Greggs
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Greggs is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Harvey Reeves Road, St James, Northampton, NN5 5JR, NN5 5JR, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 October 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 5 — 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. West Northamptonshire oversees 4,070 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Northamptonshire is 4.6 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- Harvey Reeves Road, St James, Northampton, NN5 5JR
- Postcode
- NN5 5JR
- Local Authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 338727
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Greggs?
Greggs has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Northamptonshire.
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 Greggs last inspected?
Greggs was last inspected on 2025-10-23. 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 Greggs located?
Greggs is located at Harvey Reeves Road, St James, Northampton, NN5 5JR , NN5 5JR, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NN5 postcode area.