GP surgery in Durham
Cheveley Park Medical Centre
The Links, Belmont, Durham, DH1 2UW
Scores 85 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 91% of patients say their experience is good and 70% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 71
- Easy to get through on the phone66
- Easy to contact online82
- Good experience of getting in touch86
- Did not wait too long for the appointment45
Quality of care 94
- Patients rate the surgery as good89
- Patients got what they needed93
- Doctors and nurses listen68
- Patients trust the staff42
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done72
- Meets NHS clinical targets88
- Children vaccinated on time97
What patients say
94 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
70%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
91%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-3
change since last year
2025: 94% · 2026: 91%
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 | 70% | 57% | 88% |
| Easy to contact via website | 72% | 58% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 80% | 54% | 58% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 98% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 32% | 31% | 31% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 51% | 42% | 79% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 88% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 88% | 73% | 89% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 50% | 57% | 69% |
| Waiting time was about right | 70% | 69% | 84% |
| Remote appointment | 17% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 95% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 91% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 98% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 91% | 77% | 94% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 82% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 74% |
| Discussed managing condition | 58% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 26% | 46% | 56% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 94 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 | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 26 June 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Links, Belmont, Durham, DH1 2UW
- Phone
- 0191 386 4285
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Durham East PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A83055 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 19.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 6.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 71% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 93% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 59% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheveley Park Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 85 | 70% | 91% | Yes |
| Belmont & Sherburn Medical GroupDurham, DH1 2QW | 0.1 mile | 75 | 61% | 81% | Yes |
| Claypath & University Medical GroupDurham, DH1 1QW | 1.7 miles | 50 | 76% | 74% | Yes |
| West Rainton SurgeryHoughton Le Spring, DH4 6RQ | 1.9 miles | 90 | 90% | 89% | Yes |
| Chastleton Medical GroupDurham, DH1 5BH | 2.5 miles | 78 | 53% | 84% | Yes |
| Bowburn Medical CentreDurham, DH6 5AL | 3.4 miles | 62 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
| Great Lumley SurgeryChester Le Street, DH3 4LE | 3.6 miles | 98 | 87% | 93% | Yes |
| Hetton Group PracticeHoughton Le Spring, DH5 9EZ | 4.1 miles | 65 | 66% | 85% | Yes |
| Dunelm Medical PracticeDurham, DH7 7DG | 4.4 miles | 43 | 54% | 74% | Yes |
| Houghton Medical Group,Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4DN | 4.5 miles | 87 | 72% | 89% | Yes |
Great Lumley Surgery is 3.6 miles away, scores 98 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Cheveley Park Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Cheveley Park Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 386 4285.
How do patients rate Cheveley Park Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 91% of patients at Cheveley Park Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 70% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 85 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Cheveley Park Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 26 June 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Cheveley Park Medical Centre?
Call 0191 386 4285. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Links, Belmont, Durham, DH1 2UW.
How many patients are registered at Cheveley Park Medical Centre?
Around 5,045 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Durham East PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East and North Cumbria 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.