Hatters Newsagents

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2025-10-14

Hatters Newsagents is a retailers - other located at 22 Chapel Street, Luton, LU1 2SE, in the Luton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 October 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Luton oversees 1,771 registered food businesses, of which 65% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Luton is 4.5 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
22 Chapel Street, Luton
Postcode
LU1 2SE
Local Authority
Luton
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
656102

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Hatters Newsagents?

Hatters Newsagents has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Luton.

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 Hatters Newsagents last inspected?

Hatters Newsagents was last inspected on 2025-10-14. 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 Hatters Newsagents located?

Hatters Newsagents is located at 22 Chapel Street, Luton , LU1 2SE, in the Luton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LU1 postcode area.