Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Eastleigh
Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 31 March 2026, 3 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Devon Lodge 23A Grange Road Hedge End Southampton SO30 2FL, SO30 2FL
How it compares in Eastleigh
That puts Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) among the 705 places in Eastleigh holding top marks, 83% 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 | 705 | 83% | ← Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 84 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 33 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 115 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Very 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 Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) 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 Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleverchefs@ Shamblehurst Primary School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2024 |
| Asda Express Southampton - Broadoak PFS Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2026 |
| Berrywood Primary School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| HC3S at Berrywood Primary School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 June 2025 |
| Hedge End Bowling Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2025 |
| China Town Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 May 2026 |
| Greggs Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 June 2026 |
| Happy Toast Bakery Manufacturers/packers | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2025 |
Questions about Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS)
What is Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS)'s food hygiene rating?
Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Eastleigh Council on 31 March 2026.
Is Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) last inspected?
Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) was last inspected on 31 March 2026, 3 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Eastleigh Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS)?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) compare to other places in Eastleigh?
83% of the 849 rated food businesses in Eastleigh hold the top rating of 5, and Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Eastleigh Council inspects Devon Lodge (Cas BHCS) 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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