Superdrug food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Dacorum
Superdrug 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 21 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: 172-176 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3AP
How it compares in Dacorum
That puts Superdrug among the 864 places in Dacorum holding top marks, 77% 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 | 864 | 77% | ← Superdrug | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 192 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 55 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 137 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 Superdrug 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 Superdrug, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkhamsted Social Club Ltd Pub/bar/nightclub | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
| Berkhamsted Town Hall Pub/bar/nightclub | 57 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2015 |
| M Street Bagels Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 69 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 August 2025 |
| Prime Steak and Grill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 70 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2025 |
| Bel Caffe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 95 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Pizzeria Napoletana Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 105 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2024 |
| Gail's Retailers - other | 127 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 July 2024 |
| Nena Craft Bakery Retailers - other | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2026 |
Questions about Superdrug
What is Superdrug's food hygiene rating?
Superdrug has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Dacorum Council on 21 May 2024.
Is Superdrug 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 Superdrug last inspected?
Superdrug was last inspected on 21 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Dacorum Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Superdrug?
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 Superdrug compare to other places in Dacorum?
77% of the 1,123 rated food businesses in Dacorum hold the top rating of 5, and Superdrug is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Dacorum Council inspects Superdrug 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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