Jempsons Local
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Jempsons Local is a retailers - other located at 19 - 23 Commercial Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6EN, in the Tunbridge Wells local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 January 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. Tunbridge Wells oversees 1,085 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tunbridge Wells 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 - other
- Address
- 19 - 23 Commercial Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent
- Postcode
- TN12 6EN
- Local Authority
- Tunbridge Wells
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1688893
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Jempsons Local?
Jempsons Local has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Tunbridge Wells.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
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 Jempsons Local last inspected?
Jempsons Local was last inspected on 2026-01-09. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Jempsons Local located?
Jempsons Local is located at 19 - 23 Commercial Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent , TN12 6EN, in the Tunbridge Wells local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN12 postcode area.