Aldi Stores Limited food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Southampton
Aldi Stores Limited 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 29 September 2023, 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: Aldi Foodstore, Auckland Road, Southampton, SO15 0SD
How it compares in Southampton
That puts Aldi Stores Limited among the 1,016 places in Southampton holding top marks, 68% 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 | 1,016 | 68% | ← Aldi Stores Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 279 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 145 | 10% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 23 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 218 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 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 Aldi Stores Limited 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 Aldi Stores Limited, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best One Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2018 |
| BAT Co Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 April 2019 |
| Abacus Event Catering Mobile caterer | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Amira Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2025 |
| Caterlink @ Regents Park Community College School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 May 2026 |
| Cafe aroma Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 May 2026 |
Questions about Aldi Stores Limited
What is Aldi Stores Limited's food hygiene rating?
Aldi Stores Limited has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Southampton Council on 29 September 2023.
Is Aldi Stores Limited 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 Aldi Stores Limited last inspected?
Aldi Stores Limited was last inspected on 29 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Southampton Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Aldi Stores Limited?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Aldi Stores Limited compare to other places in Southampton?
68% of the 1,486 rated food businesses in Southampton hold the top rating of 5, and Aldi Stores Limited is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Southampton Council inspects Aldi Stores Limited 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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