Co-Op food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Malvern Hills
Co-Op 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 3 November 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: 67 Upper Howsell Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 1TP
How it compares in Malvern Hills
That puts Co-Op among the 390 places in Malvern Hills holding top marks, 80% 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 | 390 | 80% | ← Co-Op | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 62 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 27 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 227 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 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 Co-Op 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 Co-Op, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis Retailers - other | 238 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 November 2023 |
| Black Pepper School Lunches School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2025 |
| Malvern Green Space Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 February 2025 |
| Mojitos Pizzeria At The Express Inn Malvern Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2024 |
| Malvern Link Community Fridge Distributors/Transporters | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 October 2025 |
| Charlies Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
| Malvern Cricket Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2026 |
| Domino's Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2025 |
Questions about Co-Op
What is Co-Op's food hygiene rating?
Co-Op has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Malvern Hills Council on 3 November 2023.
Is Co-Op 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 Co-Op last inspected?
Co-Op was last inspected on 3 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Malvern Hills Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Co-Op?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Co-Op compare to other places in Malvern Hills?
80% of the 488 rated food businesses in Malvern Hills hold the top rating of 5, and Co-Op is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Malvern Hills Council inspects Co-Op 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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