GP surgery in Chelmsford
Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery
3 Priory Road, Bicknacre, Chelmsford, CM3 4EY
Scores 45 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 62% 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 47
- Easy to get through on the phone50
- Easy to contact online51
- Good experience of getting in touch62
- Did not wait too long for the appointment30
Quality of care 44
- Patients rate the surgery as good64
- Patients got what they needed40
- Doctors and nurses listen62
- Patients trust the staff42
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done3
- Meets NHS clinical targets2
- Children vaccinated on time51
What patients say
119 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
62%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+11
change since last year
2025: 72% · 2026: 83%
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 | 62% | 57% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via website | 59% | 58% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 54% | 54% | 66% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 89% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 34% | 31% | 17% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 54% | 42% | 18% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 50% | 57% | 57% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 58% |
| Remote appointment | 24% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 79% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 78% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 65% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 83% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 86% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 72% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 88% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 67% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 51% | 46% | 25% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 119 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 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 23 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 3 Priory Road, Bicknacre, Chelmsford, CM3 4EY
- Phone
- 01245 224253
- Website
- www.wyncroftsurgery.com
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Dengie & South Woodham Ferrers PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81674 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Greenwood Surgery
- Burnham Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, CM3 5QP
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled 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 | 16.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 60% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 46% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 46% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 52% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgerythis surgery | – | 45 | 62% | 83% | Yes |
| Beacon Health Group-Danbury Medical CentreChelmsford, CM3 4QL | 1.6 miles | 4 | 29% | 50% | Yes |
| Kingsway SurgeryChelmsford, CM3 5QP | 2.9 miles | 48 | 40% | 75% | Yes |
| Baddow Village SurgeryChelmsford, CM2 7EZ | 3.8 miles | 80 | 72% | 84% | No |
| Chelmer Village SurgeryChelmsford, CM2 6ST | 4.4 miles | 28 | 63% | 66% | Yes |
| The Laurels SurgeryChelmsford, CM3 3DX | 4.7 miles | 46 | 38% | 78% | Yes |
| Sutherland Lodge SurgeryChelmsford, CM2 7PY | 4.8 miles | 4 | 11% | 49% | Yes |
| Longfield Medical CentreMaldon, CM9 5DF | 4.9 miles | 28 | 18% | 70% | Yes |
| Blackwater Medical CentreMaldon, CM9 5GP | 4.9 miles | 15 | 42% | 68% | Yes |
| Conner & PartnersHockley, SS5 6JH | 5.0 miles | 90 | 74% | 94% | Yes |
Conner & Partners is 5.0 miles away, scores 90 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01245 224253.
How do patients rate Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 62% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 45 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 December 2022).
What are the opening times of Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 23 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery?
Call 01245 224253 or visit its website, www.wyncroftsurgery.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 3 Priory Road, Bicknacre, Chelmsford, CM3 4EY.
Does Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery also runs Greenwood Surgery (Burnham Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, CM3 5QP). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Greenwood and Wyncroft Surgery?
Around 11,306 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Dengie & South Woodham Ferrers 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.