Safeway Local

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-03-11

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
10

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

Safeway Local is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at 11 Broadway, Kingston Road, Staines-upon-Thames, TW18 1AT, in the Spelthorne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 March 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Spelthorne oversees 766 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Spelthorne 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets
Address
11 Broadway, Kingston Road, Staines-upon-Thames
Postcode
TW18 1AT
Local Authority
Spelthorne
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1812583

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Safeway Local?

Safeway Local has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Spelthorne.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Safeway Local last inspected?

Safeway Local was last inspected on 2025-03-11. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Safeway Local improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Safeway Local located?

Safeway Local is located at 11 Broadway, Kingston Road, Staines-upon-Thames , TW18 1AT, in the Spelthorne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TW18 postcode area.