0007 Express

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-01-09

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
20

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

0007 Express is a retailers - other located at Spar, 1 - 5 Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford, CM1 1SH, in the Chelmsford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 January 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Chelmsford oversees 1,597 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chelmsford 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. 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
Spar, 1 - 5 Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford
Postcode
CM1 1SH
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1299145

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of 0007 Express?

0007 Express has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Chelmsford.

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 0007 Express last inspected?

0007 Express was last inspected on 2025-01-09. 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 0007 Express 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 0007 Express located?

0007 Express is located at Spar, 1 - 5 Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford , CM1 1SH, in the Chelmsford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM1 postcode area.