Premier Express food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Chelmsford
Premier Express 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 26 July 2023, more than 2 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: 291 Main Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7AU
How it compares in Chelmsford
That puts Premier Express among the 1,327 places in Chelmsford holding top marks, 92% 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 | 1,327 | 92% | ← Premier Express | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 86 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 153 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 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 Premier Express 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 Premier Express, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgemarsh Caring Premises | 280 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2025 |
| Broomfield Cricket Club Other catering premises | 334 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
| Broomfield FC Services Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 334 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 May 2024 |
| Broomfield CP School School/college/university | 358 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 September 2025 |
| Broomfield Food Express Retailers - other | 358 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 December 2024 |
| Cheerful Chai Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2025 |
| Broomfield Village Hall Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2026 |
| Chelmer Valley High School School/college/university | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
Questions about Premier Express
What is Premier Express's food hygiene rating?
Premier Express has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Chelmsford Council on 26 July 2023.
Is Premier Express 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 Premier Express last inspected?
Premier Express was last inspected on 26 July 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Chelmsford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Premier Express?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Premier Express compare to other places in Chelmsford?
92% of the 1,447 rated food businesses in Chelmsford hold the top rating of 5, and Premier Express is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Chelmsford Council inspects Premier Express 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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