Abbeyfield House
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Abbeyfield House is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at 200 Timberlog Lane, Basildon, Essex, SS14 1PG, in the Basildon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 March 2026, 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Basildon oversees 1,364 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Basildon is 4.7 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. 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 4 to 5 since 19 March 2023.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 4 | 2023-03-19 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Abbeyfield House?
Abbeyfield House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Basildon.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 Abbeyfield House last inspected?
Abbeyfield House was last inspected on 2026-03-05. 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 Abbeyfield House located?
Abbeyfield House is located at 200 Timberlog Lane, Basildon, Essex , SS14 1PG, in the Basildon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SS14 postcode area.