Premier express (Helpston convenience store) food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Peterborough City
Premier express (Helpston convenience store) 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
This is a fresh result: Premier express (Helpston convenience store) was inspected on 2 June 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
Address: 1 West Street, Helpston, PE6 7DU
How it compares in Peterborough City
That puts Premier express (Helpston convenience store) among the 1,550 places in Peterborough City holding top marks, 88% 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 | 1,550 | 88% | ← Premier express (Helpston convenience store) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 141 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 46 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 216 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 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 (Helpston convenience store) 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 (Helpston convenience store), nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helpston Playhouse and Under Fives Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 6 May 2026 |
| Helpston Scout & Guide Association Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2024 |
| John Clare Primary School School/college/university | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2026 |
| John Clare Cottage Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2023 |
| The Bluebell Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 March 2026 |
Questions about Premier express (Helpston convenience store)
What is Premier express (Helpston convenience store)'s food hygiene rating?
Premier express (Helpston convenience store) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Peterborough City Council on 2 June 2026.
Is Premier express (Helpston convenience store) 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 (Helpston convenience store) last inspected?
Premier express (Helpston convenience store) was last inspected on 2 June 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Peterborough City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Premier express (Helpston convenience store)?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Premier express (Helpston convenience store) compare to other places in Peterborough City?
88% of the 1,756 rated food businesses in Peterborough City hold the top rating of 5, and Premier express (Helpston convenience store) is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Peterborough City Council inspects Premier express (Helpston convenience store) 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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