Elmfield Wines food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Croydon
Elmfield Wines 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 3 November 2011, more than 14 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: 37 Elmfield Way, South Croydon, CR2 0EJ
How it compares in Croydon
That puts Elmfield Wines among the 1,830 places in Croydon holding top marks, 65% 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 | 1,830 | 65% | ← Elmfield Wines | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 690 | 25% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 175 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 81 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 38 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 318 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 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 Elmfield Wines 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 Elmfield Wines, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyfield Sanderstead Society Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 October 2023 |
| Beas Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 September 2024 |
| Amigos Burger Lounge Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 January 2025 |
| Best One And Meera Food & Wine Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2023 |
| Addington House Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 April 2023 |
| Baris International Food Centre Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2025 |
| Aspens Services At Gresham Primary School School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2024 |
| All Saints Church Hall Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 March 2024 |
Questions about Elmfield Wines
What is Elmfield Wines's food hygiene rating?
Elmfield Wines has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Croydon Council on 3 November 2011.
Is Elmfield Wines 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 Elmfield Wines last inspected?
Elmfield Wines was last inspected on 3 November 2011, more than 14 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Croydon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Elmfield Wines?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Elmfield Wines compare to other places in Croydon?
65% of the 2,815 rated food businesses in Croydon hold the top rating of 5, and Elmfield Wines is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Croydon Council inspects Elmfield Wines 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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