St Columba's Foodbank
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
St Columba's Foodbank is a retailers - other located at Clifton Community Centre, Clifton Avenue, Darlington, DL1 5EB, in the Darlington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 May 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Darlington oversees 925 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Darlington 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- Clifton Community Centre, Clifton Avenue, Darlington
- Postcode
- DL1 5EB
- Local Authority
- Darlington
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1828655
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of St Columba's Foodbank?
St Columba's Foodbank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Darlington.
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 St Columba's Foodbank last inspected?
St Columba's Foodbank was last inspected on 2025-05-23. 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 St Columba's Foodbank located?
St Columba's Foodbank is located at Clifton Community Centre, Clifton Avenue, Darlington , DL1 5EB, in the Darlington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL1 postcode area.