Poundland food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Buckinghamshire
Poundland 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 17 May 2014, more than 12 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: 2 Union Parade, Eden, High Wycombe, HP11 2BQ
How it compares in Buckinghamshire
That puts Poundland among the 3,226 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 | 3,226 | 81% | ← Poundland | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 530 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 171 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 42 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 615 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 Poundland 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 Poundland, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creams Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 32 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2025 |
| Chaiiwala High Wycombe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 46 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2026 |
| Beirut Sustainable Street Food Mobile caterer | 55 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 October 2025 |
| Cupp High Wycombe Takeaway/sandwich shop | 55 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 July 2023 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 94 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 August 2009 |
| Admiral Casino Pub/bar/nightclub | 100 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2024 |
| Dennis's Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2026 |
| Chicken Cottage Direct LTD Takeaway/sandwich shop | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2025 |
Questions about Poundland
What is Poundland's food hygiene rating?
Poundland has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Buckinghamshire Council on 17 May 2014.
Is Poundland 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 Poundland last inspected?
Poundland was last inspected on 17 May 2014, more than 12 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 Poundland?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Poundland compare to other places in Buckinghamshire?
81% of the 4,001 rated food businesses in Buckinghamshire hold the top rating of 5, and Poundland is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Buckinghamshire Council inspects Poundland 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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