Croydon University Hospital Kitchen
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Croydon University Hospital Kitchen is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Croydon University Hospital, 530 London Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 7YE, in the Croydon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 February 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 0 — 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. Croydon oversees 3,128 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Croydon is 4.5 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. The rating has changed from 4 to 5 since 2 January 2025.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 4 | 2025-01-02 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Croydon University Hospital Kitchen?
Croydon University Hospital Kitchen has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Croydon.
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 Croydon University Hospital Kitchen last inspected?
Croydon University Hospital Kitchen was last inspected on 2026-02-24. 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 Croydon University Hospital Kitchen located?
Croydon University Hospital Kitchen is located at Croydon University Hospital, 530 London Road, Thornton Heath , CR7 7YE, in the Croydon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CR7 postcode area.