Cowley Butchers And Groceries

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-08-01

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Cowley Butchers And Groceries is a farmers/growers located at 435 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 2DL, in the Oxford City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 August 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), 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. Oxford City oversees 1,543 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Oxford City is 4.8 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.

Details

Business Type
Farmers/growers
Address
435 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Postcode
OX4 2DL
Local Authority
Oxford City
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1401889

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Cowley Butchers And Groceries?

Cowley Butchers And Groceries has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Oxford City.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a farmers/growers?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Cowley Butchers And Groceries last inspected?

Cowley Butchers And Groceries was last inspected on 2024-08-01. 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 Cowley Butchers And Groceries 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 Cowley Butchers And Groceries located?

Cowley Butchers And Groceries is located at 435 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire , OX4 2DL, in the Oxford City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX4 postcode area.