Saffron Catering
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Saffron Catering is a other catering premises located at The County Ground, Nottingham Road, Derby, DE21 6DA, in the Derby City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 May 2026, 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. Derby City oversees 2,295 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Derby City is 4.5 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. The rating has changed from 3 to 5 since 18 March 2026.
Details
- Business Type
- Other catering premises
- Address
- The County Ground, Nottingham Road, Derby
- Postcode
- DE21 6DA
- Local Authority
- Derby City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1708669
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 3 | 2026-03-18 |
| 3 | 2026-03-18 |
| 3 | 2026-03-18 |
| 4 | 2024-06-27 |
| 4 | 2024-06-27 |
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Saffron Catering?
Saffron Catering has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Derby City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a other catering premises?
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 Saffron Catering last inspected?
Saffron Catering was last inspected on 2026-05-07. 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 Saffron Catering located?
Saffron Catering is located at The County Ground, Nottingham Road, Derby , DE21 6DA, in the Derby City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DE21 postcode area.