H & J Carnduff

Good

Inspected: 2025-01-17

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling

Structural Compliance

Confidence in Management

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

H & J Carnduff is a retailers - other located at 2 High Street, Ballyphilip, Portaferry, Down, BT22 1QT, in the Ards and North Down local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 January 2025, 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. Ards and North Down oversees 1,266 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Ards and North Down is 4.8 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. 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: 2 High Street, Ballyphilip, Portaferry, Down
Postcode: BT22 1QT
Local Authority: Ards and North Down
Scheme Type: FHRS
FHRS Business ID: 1786472

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FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of H & J Carnduff?

H & J Carnduff has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Ards and North Down.

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 H & J Carnduff last inspected?

H & J Carnduff was last inspected on 2025-01-17. 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 H & J Carnduff 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 H & J Carnduff located?

H & J Carnduff is located at 2 High Street, Ballyphilip, Portaferry, Down , BT22 1QT, in the Ards and North Down local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT22 postcode area.