Co-op Food food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Buckinghamshire
Co-op Food holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the supermarket met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 7 January 2025, 18 months ago. That is getting on for the longest gap councils usually leave, so the score may not reflect how the business is run today.
Address: 1 Willowvale Way, Steeple Claydon, Buckinghamshire, MK18 2RF
How it compares in Buckinghamshire
That puts Co-op Food among the 3,226 places in Buckinghamshire holding top marks, 81% 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 | 3,226 | 81% | ← Co-op Food | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 530 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 171 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 42 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 615 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 Very 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 Co-op Food 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 Co-op Food, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star In Prince Of Wales Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2024 |
| Prince Of Wales Pub/bar/nightclub | 216 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2017 |
| Molly's Community Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 328 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2025 |
| Steeple Claydon Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 328 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2025 |
| The Co-Operative Stores Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2020 |
| Paula's Bakery Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 6 March 2025 |
| Fresh Start Catering At Steeple Claydon School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
| S4A Group Ltd At Steeple Claydon School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2024 |
Questions about Co-op Food
What is Co-op Food's food hygiene rating?
Co-op Food has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Buckinghamshire Council on 7 January 2025.
Is Co-op Food 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 supermarket to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Co-op Food last inspected?
Co-op Food was last inspected on 7 January 2025, 18 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Buckinghamshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Co-op Food?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Co-op Food compare to other places in Buckinghamshire?
81% of the 4,001 rated food businesses in Buckinghamshire hold the top rating of 5, and Co-op Food is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Buckinghamshire Council inspects Co-op Food 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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