Tarpots News
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Tarpots News is a retailers - other located at 122 London Road, South Benfleet, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 5SQ, in the Castle Point local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 February 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 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Castle Point oversees 540 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Castle Point is 4.9 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
- 122 London Road, South Benfleet, Benfleet, Essex
- Postcode
- SS7 5SQ
- Local Authority
- Castle Point
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 634189
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Tarpots News?
Tarpots News has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Castle Point.
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 Tarpots News last inspected?
Tarpots News was last inspected on 2026-02-20. 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 Tarpots News located?
Tarpots News is located at 122 London Road, South Benfleet, Benfleet, Essex , SS7 5SQ, in the Castle Point local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SS7 postcode area.