Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Three Rivers
Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge 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 9 July 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: Sandy Lodge Service Station, Sandy Lane, Northwood, HA6 2HU
How it compares in Three Rivers
That puts Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge among the 472 places in Three Rivers holding top marks, 83% 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 | 472 | 83% | ← Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 75 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 21 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 67 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 Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge 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 Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Greggs Sandy Lodge Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2025 |
| Best Before Project Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2022 |
| BaxterStorey @ Allwyn Entertainment Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2024 |
| Aspens Services Ltd @ Willow Tree Primary School School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2026 |
Questions about Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge
What is Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge's food hygiene rating?
Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Three Rivers Council on 9 July 2024.
Is Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge 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 Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge last inspected?
Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge was last inspected on 9 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Three Rivers Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge?
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 Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge compare to other places in Three Rivers?
83% of the 571 rated food businesses in Three Rivers hold the top rating of 5, and Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Three Rivers Council inspects Asda Express PFS Sandy Lodge 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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