Pizza Castle
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Pizza Castle is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 69, Newbottle Street, Houghton-Le-Spring, DH4 4AR, in the Sunderland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 March 2025, 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. Sunderland oversees 2,393 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sunderland is 4.7 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
- 69, Newbottle Street, Houghton-Le-Spring
- Postcode
- DH4 4AR
- Local Authority
- Sunderland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 652981
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Pizza Castle?
Pizza Castle has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Sunderland.
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 Pizza Castle last inspected?
Pizza Castle was last inspected on 2025-03-26. 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 Pizza Castle located?
Pizza Castle is located at 69, Newbottle Street, Houghton-Le-Spring , DH4 4AR, in the Sunderland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DH4 postcode area.