Hendred Store and Post Office
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Hendred Store and Post Office is a retailers - other located at Wisteria House, High Street, East Hendred, Wantage, OX12 8JY, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 November 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 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. Vale of White Horse oversees 1,033 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Vale of White Horse 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- Wisteria House, High Street, East Hendred, Wantage
- Postcode
- OX12 8JY
- Local Authority
- Vale of White Horse
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 264317
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Hendred Store and Post Office?
Hendred Store and Post Office has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Vale of White Horse.
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 Hendred Store and Post Office last inspected?
Hendred Store and Post Office was last inspected on 2025-11-03. 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 Hendred Store and Post Office located?
Hendred Store and Post Office is located at Wisteria House, High Street, East Hendred, Wantage , OX12 8JY, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX12 postcode area.