The Boundary Co food hygiene rating
Mobile caterer · Southend-On-Sea
The Boundary Co holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the mobile caterer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 23 May 2024, more than 2 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: Garons Park Golf Complex, Garons Park, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 4FA
How it compares in Southend-On-Sea
That puts The Boundary Co among the 972 places in Southend-On-Sea holding top marks, 70% 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 | 972 | 70% | ← The Boundary Co | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 244 | 18% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 119 | 9% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 35 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 16 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 105 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 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 The Boundary Co 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 The Boundary Co, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best One Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2024 |
| Alleyn Court School School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2026 |
| Boulevard Lodge Caring Premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2025 |
| Best One Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 September 2025 |
| Cafe 709 Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2025 |
| Camp 4 Champs School/college/university | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2024 |
Questions about The Boundary Co
What is The Boundary Co's food hygiene rating?
The Boundary Co has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Southend-On-Sea Council on 23 May 2024.
Is The Boundary Co 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 mobile caterer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Boundary Co last inspected?
The Boundary Co was last inspected on 23 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Southend-On-Sea Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Boundary Co?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Boundary Co compare to other places in Southend-On-Sea?
70% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Southend-On-Sea hold the top rating of 5, and The Boundary Co is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Southend-On-Sea Council inspects The Boundary Co 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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