Subway Southwick

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-10-08

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Subway Southwick is a other catering premises located at Subway, 44A The Green, Southwick, Sunderland, SR5 2HY, in the Sunderland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 October 2024, 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. Sunderland oversees 2,393 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sunderland is 4.7 out of 5. 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. 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
Other catering premises
Address
Subway, 44A The Green, Southwick, Sunderland
Postcode
SR5 2HY
Local Authority
Sunderland
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1752097

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Subway Southwick?

Subway Southwick has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Sunderland.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a other catering premises?

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 Subway Southwick last inspected?

Subway Southwick was last inspected on 2024-10-08. 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 Subway Southwick 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 Subway Southwick located?

Subway Southwick is located at Subway, 44A The Green, Southwick, Sunderland , SR5 2HY, in the Sunderland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SR5 postcode area.