GP surgery in Great Baddow
Chelmer Village Surgery
Ashton Place, Chelmer Village, Chelmsford, CM2 6ST
Scores 28 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 66% of patients say their experience is good and 63% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 37
- Easy to get through on the phone53
- Easy to contact online66
- Good experience of getting in touch40
- Did not wait too long for the appointment18
Quality of care 19
- Patients rate the surgery as good13
- Patients got what they needed55
- Doctors and nurses listen6
- Patients trust the staff37
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done30
- Meets NHS clinical targets1
- Children vaccinated on time71
What patients say
89 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
63%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
66%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+3
change since last year
2025: 63% · 2026: 66%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 63% | 57% | 51% |
| Easy to contact via website | 65% | 58% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 64% | 54% | 62% |
| Reception staff helpful | 89% | 85% | 81% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 15% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 23% | 42% | 55% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 86% | 84% | 87% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 65% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 41% | 57% | 47% |
| Waiting time was about right | 59% | 69% | 64% |
| Remote appointment | 55% | 26% | 46% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 76% | 87% | 68% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 73% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 67% | 75% | 47% |
| Had all the information needed | 90% | 92% | 83% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 84% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 83% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 66% | 77% | 63% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 80% | 79% | 73% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 34% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 38% | 46% | 33% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 89 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
Tell us about this surgery
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 7:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 3 September 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Ashton Place, Chelmer Village, Chelmsford, CM2 6ST
- Phone
- 01245 467759
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Chelmer PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81665 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 12.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 65% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 66% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 60% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 66% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmer Village Surgerythis surgery | – | 28 | 63% | 66% | Yes |
| North Chelmsford NHS HccChelmsford, CM2 5EF | 1.1 miles | 87 | 73% | 86% | Yes |
| Baddow Village SurgeryChelmsford, CM2 7EZ | 1.1 miles | 80 | 72% | 84% | No |
| Sutherland Lodge SurgeryChelmsford, CM2 7PY | 1.2 miles | 4 | 11% | 49% | Yes |
| Beauchamp HouseChelmsford, CM2 0DB | 1.3 miles | 42 | 51% | 77% | Yes |
| Rivermead Gate Medical CentreChelmsford, CM1 1TR | 1.4 miles | 19 | 39% | 68% | Yes |
| Chelmer Medical PartnershipChelmsford, CM1 4HW | 2.2 miles | 22 | 32% | 75% | Yes |
| Whitley House SurgeryChelmsford, CM1 3RW | 2.2 miles | 79 | 65% | 90% | Yes |
| The Laurels SurgeryChelmsford, CM3 3DX | 2.3 miles | 46 | 38% | 78% | Yes |
| The Writtle SurgeryChelmsford, CM1 3EH | 3.4 miles | 7 | 31% | 66% | Yes |
North Chelmsford NHS Hcc is 1.1 miles away, scores 87 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Chelmer Village Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Chelmer Village Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01245 467759.
How do patients rate Chelmer Village Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 66% of patients at Chelmer Village Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 63% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 28 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Chelmer Village Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Chelmer Village Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 13 October 2022).
What are the opening times of Chelmer Village Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 7:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 3 September 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Chelmer Village Surgery?
Call 01245 467759. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Ashton Place, Chelmer Village, Chelmsford, CM2 6ST.
How many patients are registered at Chelmer Village Surgery?
Around 5,118 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Chelmer PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Essex NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.