Henley Post Office Convenience Store

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2025-11-05

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

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

Henley Post Office Convenience Store is a retailers - other located at 22 Reading Road, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, Oxon, RG9 1AG, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. South Oxfordshire oversees 1,248 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Oxfordshire is 4.6 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
22 Reading Road, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, Oxon
Postcode
RG9 1AG
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
272317

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Henley Post Office Convenience Store?

Henley Post Office Convenience Store has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by South Oxfordshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Henley Post Office Convenience Store last inspected?

Henley Post Office Convenience Store was last inspected on 2025-11-05. 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 Henley Post Office Convenience Store 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 Henley Post Office Convenience Store located?

Henley Post Office Convenience Store is located at 22 Reading Road, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, Oxon , RG9 1AG, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RG9 postcode area.