Northern Convenience

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-04-22

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Northern Convenience is a retailers - other located at 73-75 Bridgewater Avenue, WA4 1TA, in the Warrington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 April 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Warrington oversees 1,746 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Warrington is 4.6 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - other
Address
73-75 Bridgewater Avenue
Postcode
WA4 1TA
Local Authority
Warrington
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1498520

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Northern Convenience?

Northern Convenience has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Warrington.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Northern Convenience last inspected?

Northern Convenience was last inspected on 2025-04-22. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Northern Convenience improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Northern Convenience located?

Northern Convenience is located at 73-75 Bridgewater Avenue , WA4 1TA, in the Warrington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WA4 postcode area.