Carleton Fisheries
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Carleton Fisheries is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Carleton Park Road, Pontefract, WF8 3PR, in the Wakefield local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — 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. Wakefield oversees 3,044 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wakefield is 4.7 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Carleton Fisheries?
Carleton Fisheries has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Wakefield.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Carleton Fisheries last inspected?
Carleton Fisheries was last inspected on 2025-12-16. 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 Carleton Fisheries located?
Carleton Fisheries is located at Carleton Park Road, Pontefract , WF8 3PR, in the Wakefield local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WF8 postcode area.