North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank is a retailers - other located at Kidlington Baptist Church High Street, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2DS, in the Cherwell local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 August 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Cherwell oversees 1,313 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cherwell is 4.7 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
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What is the food hygiene rating of North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank?
North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Cherwell.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank last inspected?
North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank was last inspected on 2026-08-14. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank located?
North Oxfordshire Community Foodbank is located at Kidlington Baptist Church High Street, Kidlington, Oxfordshire , OX5 2DS, in the Cherwell local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX5 postcode area.