Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at Superstore, Bysing Wood Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7UD, in the Swale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 March 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Swale oversees 1,228 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Swale 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. The rating has changed from 3 to 5 since 2 December 2025.
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Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 3 | 2025-12-02 |
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Sainsbury's?
Sainsbury's has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Swale.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?
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 Sainsbury's last inspected?
Sainsbury's was last inspected on 2026-03-11. 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 Sainsbury's located?
Sainsbury's is located at Superstore, Bysing Wood Road, Faversham, Kent , ME13 7UD, in the Swale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME13 postcode area.