Tesco
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Tesco is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at Tesco Supermarket, Stortford Road, Dunmow, CM6 1SF, in the Uttlesford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 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. Uttlesford oversees 830 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Uttlesford 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 - supermarkets/hypermarkets
- Address
- Tesco Supermarket, Stortford Road, Dunmow
- Postcode
- CM6 1SF
- Local Authority
- Uttlesford
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 118786
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Tesco?
Tesco has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Uttlesford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?
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 Tesco last inspected?
Tesco was last inspected on 2026-02-10. 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 Tesco located?
Tesco is located at Tesco Supermarket, Stortford Road, Dunmow , CM6 1SF, in the Uttlesford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM6 postcode area.