Bournes Green Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Southend-On-Sea
Bournes Green Stores 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 4 July 2023, more than 3 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: 33 Shoebury Road, Thorpe Bay, Essex, SS1 3RP
How it compares in Southend-On-Sea
That puts Bournes Green Stores among the 973 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 | 973 | 70% | ← Bournes Green Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 243 | 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 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 Bournes Green Stores 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 Bournes Green Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bournes Green Service Station Retailers - other | 99 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| Boulevard Lodge Caring Premises | 419 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 May 2025 |
| Camp 4 Champs School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2024 |
| Broadway Fruits Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2024 |
| Cafe Masala Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 March 2026 |
| Alleyn Court School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2026 |
| Clark Convenience Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 May 2026 |
| Angel Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 August 2025 |
Questions about Bournes Green Stores
What is Bournes Green Stores's food hygiene rating?
Bournes Green Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Southend-On-Sea Council on 4 July 2023.
Is Bournes Green Stores 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 Bournes Green Stores last inspected?
Bournes Green Stores was last inspected on 4 July 2023, more than 3 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 Bournes Green Stores?
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 Bournes Green Stores 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 Bournes Green Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Southend-On-Sea Council inspects Bournes Green Stores 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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