Tesco food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · East Devon
Tesco 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 4 October 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: Tesco Stores Ltd, Shand Park, Axminster, EX13 5NG
How it compares in East Devon
That puts Tesco among the 1,093 places in East Devon 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 | 1,093 | 84% | ← Tesco | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 125 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 58 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 248 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 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 Tesco 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 Tesco, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axminster Guildhall Other catering premises | 165 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Kassiafusion Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 225 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 7 August 2025 |
| Railway Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 230 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| The Ale Way (Axminster) Ltd Pub/bar/nightclub | 230 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 July 2025 |
| The Vending Shed Retailers - other | 230 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 September 2024 |
| Doner el chapo Takeaway/sandwich shop | 233 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 4 June 2026 |
| Sun N Aqua Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 245 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 December 2024 |
| Belluno Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 251 yards away | Awaiting inspection |
Questions about Tesco
What is Tesco's food hygiene rating?
Tesco has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Devon Council on 4 October 2023.
Is Tesco 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 Tesco last inspected?
Tesco was last inspected on 4 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Tesco?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Tesco compare to other places in East Devon?
84% of the 1,303 rated food businesses in East Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Tesco is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Devon Council inspects Tesco 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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Understanding this rating
More food hygiene ratings near here
Tesco is one of 143 rated food businesses in Axminster. See every hygiene rating in Axminster →
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The official record is held by the council: http://www.eastdevon.gov.uk
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