Sana Mini Market

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-02-27

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
20

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

Sana Mini Market is a retailers - other located at 139 Knowsley Road, Bootle, L20 4NJ, in the Sefton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 February 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Sefton oversees 2,371 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sefton 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
139 Knowsley Road, Bootle
Postcode
L20 4NJ
Local Authority
Sefton
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
735518

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Sana Mini Market?

Sana Mini Market has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Sefton.

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 Sana Mini Market last inspected?

Sana Mini Market was last inspected on 2025-02-27. 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 Sana Mini Market 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 Sana Mini Market located?

Sana Mini Market is located at 139 Knowsley Road, Bootle , L20 4NJ, in the Sefton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the L20 postcode area.