Alexander House Residential Care Home
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Alexander House Residential Care Home is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Alexander House Residential Care Home 12 Clifton Road, Wimbledon, Merton, SW19 4QT, in the Merton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 October 2025, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Merton oversees 1,515 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Merton is 4.7 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. 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 Alexander House Residential Care Home?
Alexander House Residential Care Home has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Merton.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring 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 Alexander House Residential Care Home last inspected?
Alexander House Residential Care Home was last inspected on 2025-10-23. 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 Alexander House Residential Care Home located?
Alexander House Residential Care Home is located at Alexander House Residential Care Home 12 Clifton Road, Wimbledon, Merton , SW19 4QT, in the Merton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SW19 postcode area.