Dowies Bakeshop
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Dowies Bakeshop is a retailers - other located at 249 Utting Avenue East, Liverpool, L11 1DB, in the Liverpool local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 June 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Liverpool oversees 4,539 registered food businesses, of which 62% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Liverpool is 4.4 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Dowies Bakeshop?
Dowies Bakeshop has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Liverpool.
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 Dowies Bakeshop last inspected?
Dowies Bakeshop was last inspected on 2025-06-04. 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 Dowies Bakeshop 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 Dowies Bakeshop located?
Dowies Bakeshop is located at 249 Utting Avenue East, Liverpool , L11 1DB, in the Liverpool local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the L11 postcode area.