WH Smith
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
WH Smith is a retailers - other located at Shop Platforms 3-4, Leicester Railway Station, London Road, Leicester, LE2 0QB, in the Leicester City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 January 2023, 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. Leicester City oversees 3,357 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Leicester City 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- Shop Platforms 3-4, Leicester Railway Station, London Road, Leicester
- Postcode
- LE2 0QB
- Local Authority
- Leicester City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 894873
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of WH Smith?
WH Smith has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Leicester City.
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 WH Smith last inspected?
WH Smith was last inspected on 2023-01-19. 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 WH Smith located?
WH Smith is located at Shop Platforms 3-4, Leicester Railway Station, London Road, Leicester , LE2 0QB, in the Leicester City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE2 postcode area.