Co-Operative Society food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Lindsey
Co-Operative Society 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 25 October 2017, more than 8 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: 9 High Street, Wainfleet, Skegness, PE24 4BS
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Co-Operative Society among the 1,919 places in East Lindsey 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 | 1,919 | 89% | ← Co-Operative Society | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 80 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 Co-Operative Society 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-Operative Society, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr A J Orme Retailers - other | 4 yards away | 4 - Good | 3 July 2017 |
| The Angel Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 39 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
| Canton House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 45 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2025 |
| S F Handson (Wainfleet) Ltd Retailers - other | 45 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2025 |
| The Filling Station Takeaway/sandwich shop | 45 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 January 2022 |
| Wainfleet Local Post Office Retailers - other | 77 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 11 March 2022 |
| Woolpack Hotel Pub/bar/nightclub | 89 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 21 January 2025 |
| Wainfleet Kebab House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 89 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2026 |
Questions about Co-Operative Society
What is Co-Operative Society's food hygiene rating?
Co-Operative Society has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 25 October 2017.
Is Co-Operative Society 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 Co-Operative Society last inspected?
Co-Operative Society was last inspected on 25 October 2017, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Co-Operative Society?
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 Co-Operative Society compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,161 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Co-Operative Society is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Co-Operative Society 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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Co-Operative Society is one of 434 rated food businesses in Skegness. See every hygiene rating in Skegness →
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