Maldon Oyster Co Ltd food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Maldon
Maldon Oyster Co Ltd holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 1 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: Birchwood Farm, Birchwood Road, Purleigh, CM3 6PR
How it compares in Maldon
That puts Maldon Oyster Co Ltd among the 517 places in Maldon holding top marks, 88% 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 | 517 | 88% | ← Maldon Oyster Co Ltd | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 40 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 27 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 89 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 Maldon Oyster Co Ltd 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 Maldon Oyster Co Ltd, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox And Hounds Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.7 miles away | 4 - Good | 22 April 2026 |
| Celebration Drinks Limited Manufacturers/packers | 0.7 miles away | Exempt | |
| Purleigh County Primary School School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 January 2026 |
| The Wells Pavilion Other catering premises | 0.8 miles away | Exempt | |
| Purleigh Community Shop Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 January 2024 |
| The Bell Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| The Bike Barn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 July 2025 |
Questions about Maldon Oyster Co Ltd
What is Maldon Oyster Co Ltd's food hygiene rating?
Maldon Oyster Co Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Maldon Council on 1 November 2023.
Is Maldon Oyster Co Ltd 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Maldon Oyster Co Ltd last inspected?
Maldon Oyster Co Ltd was last inspected on 1 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Maldon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Maldon Oyster Co Ltd?
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 Maldon Oyster Co Ltd compare to other places in Maldon?
88% of the 588 rated food businesses in Maldon hold the top rating of 5, and Maldon Oyster Co Ltd is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Maldon Council inspects Maldon Oyster Co Ltd 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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