Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-02-18
Rating changed from 5 since 2023-03-27

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
20

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

Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd is a other catering premises located at Merle Boddy Centre Station Yard, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7JE, in the Breckland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), 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. Breckland oversees 1,241 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Breckland is 4.8 out of 5. 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 5 to 1 since 27 March 2023. 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
Other catering premises
Address
Merle Boddy Centre Station Yard, Swaffham, Norfolk
Postcode
PE37 7JE
Local Authority
Breckland
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
832344

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
5 2023-03-27

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd?

Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Breckland.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a other catering premises?

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 Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd last inspected?

Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd was last inspected on 2026-02-18. 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 Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd 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 Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd located?

Swaffham & District Mental Health Association Ltd is located at Merle Boddy Centre Station Yard, Swaffham, Norfolk , PE37 7JE, in the Breckland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PE37 postcode area.