Cheapsites

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-11-07

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
20
Confidence in Management
10

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

Cheapsites is a retailers - other located at 5 Market Parade, Sidcup High Street, Sidcup, Kent, DA14 6EP, in the Bexley local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 November 2024, 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 20 — improvement needed), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Bexley oversees 1,773 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bexley 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. 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
Retailers - other
Address
5 Market Parade, Sidcup High Street, Sidcup, Kent
Postcode
DA14 6EP
Local Authority
Bexley
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
875252

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Cheapsites?

Cheapsites has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Bexley.

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 Cheapsites last inspected?

Cheapsites was last inspected on 2024-11-07. 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 Cheapsites 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 Cheapsites located?

Cheapsites is located at 5 Market Parade, Sidcup High Street, Sidcup, Kent , DA14 6EP, in the Bexley local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DA14 postcode area.