Darin's Convenience Store
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Darin's Convenience Store is a retailers - other located at 163 Elswick Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 6SQ, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 November 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 5 — 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. Newcastle Upon Tyne oversees 2,718 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newcastle Upon Tyne is 4.5 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
- 163 Elswick Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Postcode
- NE4 6SQ
- Local Authority
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1629531
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Darin's Convenience Store?
Darin's Convenience Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Newcastle Upon Tyne.
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 Darin's Convenience Store last inspected?
Darin's Convenience Store was last inspected on 2025-11-17. 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 Darin's Convenience Store located?
Darin's Convenience Store is located at 163 Elswick Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne , NE4 6SQ, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE4 postcode area.