Highfield Local
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Highfield Local is a retailers - other located at 1 South View East, Highfield, Rowlands Gill, NE39 2DJ, in the Gateshead local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 August 2026, 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 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. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Highfield Local?
Highfield Local has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Gateshead.
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 Highfield Local last inspected?
Highfield Local was last inspected on 2026-08-28. 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 Highfield Local located?
Highfield Local is located at 1 South View East, Highfield, Rowlands Gill , NE39 2DJ, in the Gateshead local authority area.