China Spice
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
China Spice is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 105 Clare Street, Northampton, NN1 3JA, NN1 3JA, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 October 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. West Northamptonshire oversees 4,070 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Northamptonshire is 4.6 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 105 Clare Street, Northampton, NN1 3JA
- Postcode
- NN1 3JA
- Local Authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 165876
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of China Spice?
China Spice has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Northamptonshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 China Spice last inspected?
China Spice was last inspected on 2025-10-23. 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 China Spice located?
China Spice is located at 105 Clare Street, Northampton, NN1 3JA , NN1 3JA, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NN1 postcode area.