De Rodes Self Service food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Kesteven
De Rodes Self Service 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 February 2021, more than 5 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: De-Rodes Self Service Station, Boston Road, PE20 3QF
How it compares in North Kesteven
That puts De Rodes Self Service among the 860 places in North Kesteven holding top marks, 93% 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 | 860 | 93% | ← De Rodes Self Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 55 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 0 | 0% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 52 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 De Rodes Self Service 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 De Rodes Self Service, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Winds Service Station Retailers - other | 180 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 November 2016 |
| Mountain's Abbey Parks Farm Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2025 |
| Boston Lodge Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 February 2016 |
| The Royal Oak Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2024 |
| Church of St John the Baptist Other catering premises | 2.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 December 2025 |
| Swineshead Pre-School Centre Caring Premises | 2.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 November 2025 |
| Little Lockets Nursery Caring Premises | 3.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2026 |
Questions about De Rodes Self Service
What is De Rodes Self Service's food hygiene rating?
De Rodes Self Service has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Kesteven Council on 11 February 2021.
Is De Rodes Self Service 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 De Rodes Self Service last inspected?
De Rodes Self Service was last inspected on 11 February 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Kesteven Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at De Rodes Self Service?
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 De Rodes Self Service compare to other places in North Kesteven?
93% of the 924 rated food businesses in North Kesteven hold the top rating of 5, and De Rodes Self Service is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Kesteven Council inspects De Rodes Self Service 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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