Risca Foodbank
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Risca Foodbank is a retailers - other located at 66 A, Commercial Street, Pontymister, Risca, NP11 6BA, in the Caerphilly local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Caerphilly oversees 1,536 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Caerphilly is 4.4 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- 66 A, Commercial Street, Pontymister, Risca
- Postcode
- NP11 6BA
- Local Authority
- Caerphilly
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1548580
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Risca Foodbank?
Risca Foodbank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Caerphilly.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Risca Foodbank last inspected?
Risca Foodbank was last inspected on 2025-07-18. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Risca Foodbank located?
Risca Foodbank is located at 66 A, Commercial Street, Pontymister, Risca , NP11 6BA, in the Caerphilly local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NP11 postcode area.