Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store is a retailers - other located at 40 Hitchin Road, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9BT, in the Central Bedfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 October 2021, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Central Bedfordshire oversees 1,695 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Central Bedfordshire 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- 40 Hitchin Road, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
- Postcode
- SG18 9BT
- Local Authority
- Central Bedfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 450453
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store?
Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Central Bedfordshire.
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 Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store last inspected?
Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store was last inspected on 2021-10-28. 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 Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store located?
Upper Caldecote Post Office & Store is located at 40 Hitchin Road, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire , SG18 9BT, in the Central Bedfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SG18 postcode area.