Datchworth Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Hertfordshire
Datchworth 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 12 January 2016, more than 10 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: 2 Datchworth Green, Datchworth, Hertfordshire, SG3 6TL
How it compares in East Hertfordshire
That puts Datchworth Stores among the 977 places in East Hertfordshire holding top marks, 84% 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 | 977 | 84% | ← Datchworth Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 146 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 30 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 221 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 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 Datchworth 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 Datchworth Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Datchworth Sports Club Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 18 July 2018 |
| Dollys Of Datchworth Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| All Saints Church Of England School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 November 2019 |
| Rising Stars Wrap Around Club School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2025 |
| Coltsfoot Country Retreat Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 6 August 2025 |
| Mr Low Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 August 2024 |
| St Michaels Woolmer Green School School/college/university | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Knebworth Care Home Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2026 |
Questions about Datchworth Stores
What is Datchworth Stores's food hygiene rating?
Datchworth Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Hertfordshire Council on 12 January 2016.
Is Datchworth 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 Datchworth Stores last inspected?
Datchworth Stores was last inspected on 12 January 2016, more than 10 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Hertfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Datchworth Stores?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Datchworth Stores compare to other places in East Hertfordshire?
84% of the 1,168 rated food businesses in East Hertfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Datchworth Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Hertfordshire Council inspects Datchworth 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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