GP surgery in Dukinfield

Dukinfield Medical Practice

20 Concord Way, Dukinfield, SK16 4DB

Taking on new patientsInspection: Good11,085 patients

Scores 48 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 76% of patients say their experience is good and 68% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. It is taking on new patients.

Average Scores higher than 48% of GP surgeries in England. 3rd of 3 in Dukinfield Based on 115 patient survey replies, the inspection rating and NHS records.

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 61

  • Easy to get through on the phone62
  • Easy to contact online80
  • Good experience of getting in touch44
  • Did not wait too long for the appointment63

Quality of care 30

  • Patients rate the surgery as good38
  • Patients got what they needed3
  • Doctors and nurses listen20
  • Patients trust the staff10
  • Inspection rating (Good)50
  • Health checks and screening done70
  • Meets NHS clinical targets89
  • Children vaccinated on time81

What patients say

115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.

68%

find the phone easy

well above the England average (57%)

76%

say their experience is good

about the England average (77%)

-7

change since last year

2025: 82% · 2026: 76%

Getting in touch

Contacted the surgery by phone32%
Had their call answered straight away14%
Gave up or got no answer4%
Knew what would happen next straight away32%

The appointment

Were seen the same day14%
Waited more than a week27%
Were seen face to face73%
Saw a GP (rather than a nurse or other staff)52%
All survey questions, compared with England
What patients saidThis surgeryEnglandLast year
Getting in touch
Easy to get through by phone 68% 57% 83%
Easy to contact via website 71% 58% 71%
Easy to contact via NHS App 60% 54% 44%
Reception staff helpful 82% 85% 86%
Seeing the same person
Has a preferred clinician 20% 31% 19%
Sees preferred clinician 62% 42% 27%
What happened when they got in touch
Knew what would happen next 83% 84% 87%
Next steps within 2 days 91% 93% 97%
Good experience of contacting 73% 73% 70%
The appointment
Offered a choice of time or day 50% 57% 54%
Waiting time was about right 76% 69% 78%
Remote appointment 27% 26% 23%
The doctor or nurse
Good at listening 82% 87% 87%
Treated with care and concern 82% 86% 84%
Considered mental wellbeing 76% 75% 72%
Had all the information needed 90% 92% 92%
Confidence and trust 86% 93% 92%
Involved in decisions 84% 92% 92%
Needs were met 78% 90% 87%
Overall
Overall experience good 76% 77% 82%
Living with a long-term condition
Confident managing conditions 79% 79% 83%
Supported by local services 76% 70% 69%
Discussed managing condition 34% 43% 33%
Agreed a care plan 65% 46% 59%

Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.

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Opening times and contact

Monday8:30am to 7:30pm
Tuesday8:30am to 6:30pm
Wednesday7am to 6:30pm
Thursday8:30am to 6:30pm
Friday8:30am to 6:30pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Confirmed by the surgery on 18 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.

Address
20 Concord Way, Dukinfield, SK16 4DB
Phone
0161 343 6382
Website
dukinfieldmedicalpractice.co.uk
Online
Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
Works with
Hyde PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
NHS code
P89021 · NHS profile

Branch surgery

Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.

The Hollies Surgery
83 Birch Lane, Dukinfield, SK16 4AJ

Access and facilities

  • Disabled parking
  • Disabled toilet
  • Induction loop
  • Step-free access
  • Wheelchair access
  • Car parking
  • Cycle parking
  • Disabled parking

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Inspection rating

By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator

Good

overall, from the inspection published 15 March 2019

This rating is 7 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.

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The five questions inspectors ask

Is it safe?Good
Is it effective?Outstanding
Is it caring?Good
Is it responsive?Good
Is it well-led?Good

About the patients

NHS records for the people registered here

11,085registered patients
Poorer than mosthow well off the local area is
80.0years life expectancy locally (England 83.0)

Common health conditions

ConditionHereEngland
Hypertension19.2%15.2%
Diabetes9.3%7.9%
Asthma8.7%6.6%
COPD3.4%1.9%
Coronary heart disease4.1%3.0%
Depression18.2%14.3%
Obesity16.6%13.9%
Smoking15.7%13.5%

Health checks done

CheckHereEngland
Cervical screening, women 25-4972%67%
Cervical screening, women 50-6473%75%
Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80)71%68%
Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+)91%87%
Diabetes: blood pressure on target82%75%
Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target61%57%
Diabetes: annual foot check85%78%
Asthma: annual review75%66%

Other surgeries nearby

All surgeries in Dukinfield →

SurgeryDistanceScoreEasy by phoneRated goodNew patients
Dukinfield Medical Practicethis surgery4868%76%Yes
Town Hall SurgeryDukinfield, SK16 4LD0.4 miles7275%87%Yes
King Street Medical CentreDukinfield, SK16 4JZ0.4 miles7383%90%Yes
Ashton Medical GroupAshton-under-Lyne, OL6 6EW0.9 miles1556%69%Yes
Albion Medical PracticeAshton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HF0.9 miles337%53%Yes
Ashton GP ServiceAshton Under Lyne, OL6 7SR0.9 miles242%63%Yes
West End Medical CentreAshton-under-Lyne, OL7 0LH1.0 miles2747%81%Yes
Grosvenor Medical CentreStalybridge, SK15 1RZ1.1 miles7886%90%Yes
HT PracticeAshton-under-Lyne, OL7 0NW1.1 miles3055%77%Yes
St. Andrew's House SurgeryStalybridge, SK15 2AU1.1 miles9692%94%Yes

Town Hall Surgery is 0.4 miles away, scores 72 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.

Common questions

Is Dukinfield Medical Practice taking on new patients?

Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Dukinfield Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0161 343 6382.

How do patients rate Dukinfield Medical Practice?

In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 76% of patients at Dukinfield Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 68% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 48 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.

What is the inspection rating for Dukinfield Medical Practice?

The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Dukinfield Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 15 March 2019).

What are the opening times of Dukinfield Medical Practice?

Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 7:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7am 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 18 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.

How do I contact Dukinfield Medical Practice?

Call 0161 343 6382 or visit its website, dukinfieldmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 20 Concord Way, Dukinfield, SK16 4DB.

Does Dukinfield Medical Practice have a branch surgery?

Yes. Dukinfield Medical Practice also runs The Hollies Surgery (83 Birch Lane, Dukinfield, SK16 4AJ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.

How many patients are registered at Dukinfield Medical Practice?

Around 11,085 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Hyde PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Greater Manchester 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.