My Butcher food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Thurrock
My Butcher 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 16 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: Kens Butchers Ltd, 14E Derwent Parade, South Ockendon, RM15 5EE
How it compares in Thurrock
That puts My Butcher among the 831 places in Thurrock holding top marks, 71% 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 | 831 | 71% | ← My Butcher | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 227 | 20% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 85 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 130 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 My Butcher 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 My Butcher, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 63 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 August 2025 |
| Akonor Food Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 66 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2025 |
| Ashlyns Catering School/college/university | 304 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| British Legion Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 April 2025 |
| Camp 4 Champs Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2026 |
| Beacon Hill Academy School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 October 2025 |
| Bonnygate Primary School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2026 |
| Ashlyns Catering School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
Questions about My Butcher
What is My Butcher's food hygiene rating?
My Butcher has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Thurrock Council on 16 September 2023.
Is My Butcher 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 My Butcher last inspected?
My Butcher was last inspected on 16 September 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Thurrock Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at My Butcher?
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 My Butcher compare to other places in Thurrock?
71% of the 1,164 rated food businesses in Thurrock hold the top rating of 5, and My Butcher is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Thurrock Council inspects My Butcher 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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My Butcher is one of 79 rated food businesses in South Ockendon. See every hygiene rating in South Ockendon →
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