Poundstretcher
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Poundstretcher is a retailers - other located at 56-70 Castle Street, Belfast, BT1 1HD, in the Belfast City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 April 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. Belfast City oversees 3,204 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Belfast City is 4.6 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
- 56-70 Castle Street, Belfast
- Postcode
- BT1 1HD
- Local Authority
- Belfast City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 58271
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Poundstretcher?
Poundstretcher has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Belfast City.
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 Poundstretcher last inspected?
Poundstretcher was last inspected on 2025-04-30. 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 Poundstretcher located?
Poundstretcher is located at 56-70 Castle Street, Belfast , BT1 1HD, in the Belfast City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT1 postcode area.