Shell Swaythling
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Shell Swaythling is a retailers - other located at Shell Swaythling, Thomas Lewis Way, Southampton, SO17 3ED, in the Southampton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 December 2025, 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 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. Southampton oversees 1,717 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Southampton is 4.5 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- Shell Swaythling, Thomas Lewis Way, Southampton
- Postcode
- SO17 3ED
- Local Authority
- Southampton
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 838528
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Shell Swaythling?
Shell Swaythling has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Southampton.
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 Shell Swaythling last inspected?
Shell Swaythling was last inspected on 2025-12-30. 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 Shell Swaythling located?
Shell Swaythling is located at Shell Swaythling, Thomas Lewis Way, Southampton , SO17 3ED, in the Southampton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SO17 postcode area.