Ghafoor Food Store

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-04-16

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
20

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

Ghafoor Food Store is a retailers - other located at 129 Parkinson Lane, Halifax, Calderdale, HX1 3QQ, in the Calderdale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 April 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Calderdale oversees 1,909 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Calderdale 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
129 Parkinson Lane, Halifax, Calderdale
Postcode
HX1 3QQ
Local Authority
Calderdale
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1546801

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Ghafoor Food Store?

Ghafoor Food Store has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Calderdale.

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 Ghafoor Food Store last inspected?

Ghafoor Food Store was last inspected on 2025-04-16. 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 Ghafoor Food Store 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 Ghafoor Food Store located?

Ghafoor Food Store is located at 129 Parkinson Lane, Halifax, Calderdale , HX1 3QQ, in the Calderdale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HX1 postcode area.