Milton Road Mini Mart

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-01-22

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Milton Road Mini Mart is a retailers - other located at 9 Milton Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2RE, in the Gravesham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 January 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Gravesham oversees 823 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Gravesham 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - other
Address
9 Milton Road, Gravesend, Kent
Postcode
DA12 2RE
Local Authority
Gravesham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
637486

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Milton Road Mini Mart?

Milton Road Mini Mart has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Gravesham.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Milton Road Mini Mart last inspected?

Milton Road Mini Mart was last inspected on 2025-01-22. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Milton Road Mini Mart improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Milton Road Mini Mart located?

Milton Road Mini Mart is located at 9 Milton Road, Gravesend, Kent , DA12 2RE, in the Gravesham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DA12 postcode area.