Elmsleigh Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · South Derbyshire
Elmsleigh 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 11 September 2012, more than 13 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: Elmsleigh Drive, Midway, Swadlincote Derbyshire, DE11 0ER
How it compares in South Derbyshire
That puts Elmsleigh Stores among the 637 places in South Derbyshire holding top marks, 86% 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 | 637 | 86% | ← Elmsleigh Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 72 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 21 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 151 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 Elmsleigh 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 Elmsleigh Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clubzone Ltd Retailers - other | 267 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 December 2025 |
| Elmsleigh Infant School School/college/university | 352 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2025 |
| Anchor & Spice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2026 |
| Anchor & Spice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2026 |
| ABM Catering @ Springfield Junior School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2024 |
| Dandelions Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2025 |
| Chesterfield Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2026 |
| Kang Stores Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2020 |
Questions about Elmsleigh Stores
What is Elmsleigh Stores's food hygiene rating?
Elmsleigh Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Derbyshire Council on 11 September 2012.
Is Elmsleigh 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 Elmsleigh Stores last inspected?
Elmsleigh Stores was last inspected on 11 September 2012, more than 13 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Derbyshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Elmsleigh 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 Elmsleigh Stores compare to other places in South Derbyshire?
86% of the 738 rated food businesses in South Derbyshire hold the top rating of 5, and Elmsleigh Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Derbyshire Council inspects Elmsleigh 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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