Black Road Express
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Black Road Express is a retailers - other located at 4 Co Op Building, Black Road, Hebburn, Tyne & Wear, NE31 1HQ, in the South Tyneside local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 December 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. South Tyneside oversees 1,060 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Tyneside 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- 4 Co Op Building, Black Road, Hebburn, Tyne & Wear
- Postcode
- NE31 1HQ
- Local Authority
- South Tyneside
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1678802
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Black Road Express?
Black Road Express has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Tyneside.
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 Black Road Express last inspected?
Black Road Express was last inspected on 2025-12-17. 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 Black Road Express located?
Black Road Express is located at 4 Co Op Building, Black Road, Hebburn, Tyne & Wear , NE31 1HQ, in the South Tyneside local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE31 postcode area.