Swallow House
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Swallow House is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 3 Lewes Road, Brighton, BN2 3HP, in the Brighton and Hove local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 July 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — 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. Brighton and Hove oversees 3,001 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Brighton and Hove is 4.8 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
- 3 Lewes Road, Brighton
- Postcode
- BN2 3HP
- Local Authority
- Brighton and Hove
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1893413
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Swallow House?
Swallow House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Brighton and Hove.
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 Swallow House last inspected?
Swallow House was last inspected on 2026-07-09. 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 Swallow House located?
Swallow House is located at 3 Lewes Road, Brighton , BN2 3HP, in the Brighton and Hove local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BN2 postcode area.