East Meon Stores food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Hampshire
East Meon 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 24 October 2022, more than 3 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.
96% of rated food businesses in East Hampshire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all East Hampshire ratings →
Address: East Meon Stores High Street, East Meon, Petersfield, GU32 1NW
How it compares in East Hampshire
That puts East Meon Stores among the 824 places in East Hampshire 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 | 824 | 84% | ← East Meon Stores | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 117 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 25 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 117 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 East Meon 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 East Meon Stores, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Meon Vineyard Retailers - other | 211 yards away | Exempt | |
| Cedar Valley Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 May 2025 |
| Bolly By The Bridge Mobile caterer | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2024 |
| Meon Springs (The Long Barn) Other catering premises | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2024 |
| Beech Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 November 2025 |
| South Downs Eco Lodge Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 December 2021 |
| Broadhalfpenny Down Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 December 2019 |
| Emita Bakes Other catering premises | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 October 2025 |
Questions about East Meon Stores
What is East Meon Stores's food hygiene rating?
East Meon Stores has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Hampshire Council on 24 October 2022.
Is East Meon 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 East Meon Stores last inspected?
East Meon Stores was last inspected on 24 October 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Hampshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at East Meon 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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does East Meon Stores compare to other places in East Hampshire?
84% of the 977 rated food businesses in East Hampshire hold the top rating of 5, and East Meon Stores is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Hampshire Council inspects East Meon 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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East Meon Stores is one of 178 rated food businesses in Petersfield. See every hygiene rating in Petersfield →
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