Meatline Bicknacre Limited food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Chelmsford
Meatline Bicknacre 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 14 June 2024, 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: White Elm Garden Centre, 50 White Elm Road, Bicknacre, CM3 4LR
How it compares in Chelmsford
That puts Meatline Bicknacre Limited among the 1,327 places in Chelmsford holding top marks, 92% 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 | 1,327 | 92% | ← Meatline Bicknacre Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 86 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 153 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 Meatline Bicknacre 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 Meatline Bicknacre Limited, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamies Fruit And Veg Ltd Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2025 |
| White Elm Garden Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2026 |
| Jesters Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Jesters Kids Club Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Priory Village Store Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 July 2023 |
| Bicknacre Memorial Village Hall Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 August 2024 |
| Bicknacre Pre School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 April 2025 |
| Priory Primary School School/college/university | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 July 2024 |
Questions about Meatline Bicknacre Limited
What is Meatline Bicknacre Limited's food hygiene rating?
Meatline Bicknacre Limited has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Chelmsford Council on 14 June 2024.
Is Meatline Bicknacre 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 Meatline Bicknacre Limited last inspected?
Meatline Bicknacre Limited was last inspected on 14 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Chelmsford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Meatline Bicknacre Limited?
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 Meatline Bicknacre Limited compare to other places in Chelmsford?
92% of the 1,447 rated food businesses in Chelmsford hold the top rating of 5, and Meatline Bicknacre Limited is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Chelmsford Council inspects Meatline Bicknacre 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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