Hemel Food Centre
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Hemel Food Centre is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at 147 Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 1BB, in the Dacorum local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 January 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. Dacorum oversees 1,256 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Dacorum 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 Hemel Food Centre?
Hemel Food Centre has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Dacorum.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?
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 Hemel Food Centre last inspected?
Hemel Food Centre was last inspected on 2026-01-27. 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 Hemel Food Centre located?
Hemel Food Centre is located at 147 Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire , HP1 1BB, in the Dacorum local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HP1 postcode area.