Asda Stores Ltd Thame

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-11-20

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
20
Confidence in Management
5

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

Asda Stores Ltd Thame is a retailers - other located at Thame Road/Aylesbury Road, THAME, Oxon, OX9 3SB, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 20 — improvement needed), 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. 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
Thame Road/Aylesbury Road, THAME, Oxon
Postcode
OX9 3SB
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
272567

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Asda Stores Ltd Thame?

Asda Stores Ltd Thame has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by South Oxfordshire.

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 Asda Stores Ltd Thame last inspected?

Asda Stores Ltd Thame was last inspected on 2025-11-20. 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 Asda Stores Ltd Thame 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 Asda Stores Ltd Thame located?

Asda Stores Ltd Thame is located at Thame Road/Aylesbury Road, THAME, Oxon , OX9 3SB, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX9 postcode area.