YMCA Indian Student Hostel

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-08-19

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

YMCA Indian Student Hostel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 41 Fitzroy Square, London, W1T 6AQ, in the Camden local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 August 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
Address
41 Fitzroy Square, London
Postcode
W1T 6AQ
Local Authority
Camden
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
426440

Location

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FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of YMCA Indian Student Hostel?

YMCA Indian Student Hostel has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Camden.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was YMCA Indian Student Hostel last inspected?

YMCA Indian Student Hostel was last inspected on 2026-08-19. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can YMCA Indian Student Hostel improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is YMCA Indian Student Hostel located?

YMCA Indian Student Hostel is located at 41 Fitzroy Square, London , W1T 6AQ, in the Camden local authority area.