Pound Emporium
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Pound Emporium is a retailers - other located at 43 St Johns Shopping Centre, Lancaster Way, Preston, PR1 1FB, in the Preston local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 March 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 0 — 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. Preston oversees 1,610 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Preston 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Pound Emporium?
Pound Emporium has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Preston.
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 Pound Emporium last inspected?
Pound Emporium was last inspected on 2025-03-10. 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 Pound Emporium located?
Pound Emporium is located at 43 St Johns Shopping Centre, Lancaster Way, Preston , PR1 1FB, in the Preston local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PR1 postcode area.