Family Choice

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-10-26

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Family Choice is a retailers - other located at 333 London Road, Croydon, CR0 3PA, in the Croydon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 October 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Croydon oversees 3,128 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Croydon 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
333 London Road, Croydon
Postcode
CR0 3PA
Local Authority
Croydon
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
983420

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Family Choice?

Family Choice has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Croydon.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Family Choice last inspected?

Family Choice was last inspected on 2024-10-26. 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 Family Choice 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 Family Choice located?

Family Choice is located at 333 London Road, Croydon , CR0 3PA, in the Croydon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CR0 postcode area.