Poli-Maxx Food Centre

Major Improvement Necessary

Inspected: 2025-07-04

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling

Structural Compliance

Confidence in Management

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

Poli-Maxx Food Centre is a retailers - other located at 43 - 45 Hainton Avenue, Grimsby, DN32 9AY, in the North East Lincolnshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. North East Lincolnshire oversees 1,753 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North East Lincolnshire is 4.8 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 - other
Address: 43 - 45 Hainton Avenue, Grimsby
Postcode: DN32 9AY
Local Authority: North East Lincolnshire
Scheme Type: FHRS
FHRS Business ID: 1848649

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FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Poli-Maxx Food Centre?

Poli-Maxx Food Centre has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by North East Lincolnshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Poli-Maxx Food Centre last inspected?

Poli-Maxx Food Centre was last inspected on 2025-07-04. 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 Poli-Maxx Food Centre 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 Poli-Maxx Food Centre located?

Poli-Maxx Food Centre is located at 43 - 45 Hainton Avenue, Grimsby , DN32 9AY, in the North East Lincolnshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DN32 postcode area.