Rushden Service Station
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Rushden Service Station is a retailers - other located at 181 Wellingborough Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 9SZ, in the North Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 March 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 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. North Northamptonshire oversees 2,984 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Northamptonshire 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. The rating has changed from Exempt to 5.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- 181 Wellingborough Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire
- Postcode
- NN10 9SZ
- Local Authority
- North Northamptonshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 44186
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| Exempt |
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Rushden Service Station?
Rushden Service Station has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Northamptonshire.
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 Rushden Service Station last inspected?
Rushden Service Station was last inspected on 2026-03-16. 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 Rushden Service Station located?
Rushden Service Station is located at 181 Wellingborough Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire , NN10 9SZ, in the North Northamptonshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NN10 postcode area.