Great Balls of Flour
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Great Balls of Flour is a distributors/transporters located at Unit 11 The Forum, Rose Avenue, Nether Poppleton, York, YO26 6RU, in the York local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 July 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. York oversees 2,194 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in York is 4.6 out of 5. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Great Balls of Flour?
Great Balls of Flour has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by York.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a distributors/transporters?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Great Balls of Flour last inspected?
Great Balls of Flour was last inspected on 2026-07-06. 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 Great Balls of Flour 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 Great Balls of Flour located?
Great Balls of Flour is located at Unit 11 The Forum, Rose Avenue, Nether Poppleton, York , YO26 6RU, in the York local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the YO26 postcode area.