Tesco
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Tesco is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at Tesco Express, High Street, Measham, Swadlincote, DE12 7HR, in the North West Leicestershire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 August 2025, 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. North West Leicestershire oversees 975 registered food businesses, of which 74% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North West Leicestershire is 4.7 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 Express, High Street, Measham, Swadlincote
- Postcode
- DE12 7HR
- Local Authority
- North West Leicestershire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 14466
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 North West Leicestershire.
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 2025-08-29. 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 Express, High Street, Measham, Swadlincote , DE12 7HR, in the North West Leicestershire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DE12 postcode area.