St James Convenience Store
Inspection Scores
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St James Convenience Store is a retailers - other located at 1 St James Park Road, St James, Northampton, NN5 5DN, NN5 5DN, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 December 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — 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 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
- 1 St James Park Road, St James, Northampton, NN5 5DN
- Postcode
- NN5 5DN
- Local Authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1664614
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of St James Convenience Store?
St James Convenience Store has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by West Northamptonshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was St James Convenience Store last inspected?
St James Convenience Store was last inspected on 2023-12-08. 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 St James Convenience 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 St James Convenience Store located?
St James Convenience Store is located at 1 St James Park Road, St James, Northampton, NN5 5DN , NN5 5DN, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NN5 postcode area.