The Co-Operative Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Buckinghamshire
The Co-Operative Stores holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the supermarket met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 21 January 2020, more than 6 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: 1 West Street, Steeple Claydon, Buckinghamshire, MK18 2NT
How it compares in Buckinghamshire
That puts The Co-Operative Stores among the 3,235 places in Buckinghamshire holding top marks, 81% 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 | 3,235 | 81% | ← The Co-Operative Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 527 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 171 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 41 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 606 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 The Co-Operative 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 The Co-Operative Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paula's Bakery Retailers - other | at this address | 4 - Good | 6 March 2025 |
| Prince Of Wales Pub/bar/nightclub | 247 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 November 2017 |
| Lucky Star In Prince Of Wales Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 248 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 July 2024 |
| Molly's Community Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 323 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2025 |
| Steeple Claydon Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 323 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2025 |
| Fresh Start Catering At Steeple Claydon School School/college/university | 436 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
| S4A Group Ltd At Steeple Claydon School School/college/university | 436 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 February 2024 |
| Co-op Food Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
Questions about The Co-Operative Stores
What is The Co-Operative Stores's food hygiene rating?
The Co-Operative Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Buckinghamshire Council on 21 January 2020.
Is The Co-Operative 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 supermarket to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Co-Operative Stores last inspected?
The Co-Operative Stores was last inspected on 21 January 2020, more than 6 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Buckinghamshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Co-Operative Stores?
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 The Co-Operative Stores compare to other places in Buckinghamshire?
81% of the 4,006 rated food businesses in Buckinghamshire hold the top rating of 5, and The Co-Operative Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Buckinghamshire Council inspects The Co-Operative 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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