The Co-operative Food
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Co-operative Food is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at 5 School Lane, Poynton, Stockport Cheshire, SK12 1AX, in the Cheshire East local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 January 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Cheshire East oversees 3,077 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cheshire East is 4.8 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 - supermarkets/hypermarkets
- Address
- 5 School Lane, Poynton, Stockport Cheshire
- Postcode
- SK12 1AX
- Local Authority
- Cheshire East
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 929081
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Co-operative Food?
The Co-operative Food has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Cheshire East.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?
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 The Co-operative Food last inspected?
The Co-operative Food was last inspected on 2025-01-24. 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 The Co-operative Food located?
The Co-operative Food is located at 5 School Lane, Poynton, Stockport Cheshire , SK12 1AX, in the Cheshire East local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SK12 postcode area.