Boots UK Limited food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Derby City
Boots UK Limited 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 13 October 2021, more than 4 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: 1 Devonshire Walk, Derbion, DE1 2AH
How it compares in Derby City
That puts Boots UK Limited among the 1,447 places in Derby City holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,447 | 73% | ← Boots UK Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 296 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 164 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 12 | 1% |
A further 316 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 Boots UK Limited 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 Boots UK Limited, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birds (Derby) Ltd Retailers - other | 32 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2025 |
| Auntie Annes Pretzel Bakery Takeaway/sandwich shop | 76 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 August 2023 |
| B&M Retail Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 206 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 August 2024 |
| Artcore Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 272 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 July 2025 |
| Birds (Derby ) Ltd Retailers - other | 280 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2025 |
| Arepita Other catering premises | 323 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2025 |
| Baby Platinum Pub/bar/nightclub | 378 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2021 |
| Better Together Community Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 417 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 September 2025 |
Questions about Boots UK Limited
What is Boots UK Limited's food hygiene rating?
Boots UK Limited has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Derby City Council on 13 October 2021.
Is Boots UK Limited 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 Boots UK Limited last inspected?
Boots UK Limited was last inspected on 13 October 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Derby City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Boots UK Limited?
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 Boots UK Limited compare to other places in Derby City?
73% of the 1,975 rated food businesses in Derby City hold the top rating of 5, and Boots UK Limited is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Derby City Council inspects Boots UK Limited 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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Boots UK Limited is one of 40 rated food businesses in Derbion. See every hygiene rating in Derbion →
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