The Co-operative Group

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2023-07-10

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
5

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

The Co-operative Group is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at 231-233 Birchfield Road East, Abington, Northampton, NN3 2HG, NN3 2HG, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 July 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. West Northamptonshire oversees 4,070 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Northamptonshire is 4.6 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets
Address
231-233 Birchfield Road East, Abington, Northampton, NN3 2HG
Postcode
NN3 2HG
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
163331

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Co-operative Group?

The Co-operative Group has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Northamptonshire.

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 The Co-operative Group last inspected?

The Co-operative Group was last inspected on 2023-07-10. 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 The Co-operative Group located?

The Co-operative Group is located at 231-233 Birchfield Road East, Abington, Northampton, NN3 2HG , NN3 2HG, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NN3 postcode area.