Village Express food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Winchester City
Village Express holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 12 January 2017, more than 9 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: 1 South Square, Knowle, Fareham, PO17 5FL
How it compares in Winchester City
That puts Village Express among the 966 places in Winchester City holding top marks, 89% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 966 | 89% | ← Village Express | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 91 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 20 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 85 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Village Express none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Village Express, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funtley Social Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 April 2026 |
| Circus Wonderland Other catering premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 May 2018 |
| Fareham Clay Target Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2014 |
| Gifts Direct 2 U Ltd Retailers - other | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2026 |
| A Good Yarn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2025 |
| Co-op Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2024 |
| Good Manors Day Nursery Caring Premises | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 September 2025 |
| Ali'S Grill Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 July 2024 |
Questions about Village Express
What is Village Express's food hygiene rating?
Village Express has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Winchester City Council on 12 January 2017.
Is Village Express safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Village Express last inspected?
Village Express was last inspected on 12 January 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Winchester City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Village Express?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Village Express compare to other places in Winchester City?
89% of the 1,084 rated food businesses in Winchester City hold the top rating of 5, and Village Express is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Winchester City Council inspects Village Express and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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