GP surgery in King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Grimston Medical Centre
Congham Road, Grimston, King's Lynn, PE32 1DW
Scores 62 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 77% 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 2017. 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 58
- Easy to get through on the phone61
- Easy to contact online73
- Good experience of getting in touch75
- Did not wait too long for the appointment28
Quality of care 65
- Patients rate the surgery as good42
- Patients got what they needed65
- Doctors and nurses listen46
- Patients trust the staff68
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done92
- Meets NHS clinical targets78
- Children vaccinated on time94
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
68%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-7
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 77%
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 | 68% | 57% | 81% |
| Easy to contact via website | 68% | 58% | 54% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 60% | 54% | 71% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 45% | 31% | 47% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 50% | 42% | 70% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 84% | 73% | 84% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 63% | 57% | 70% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 58% |
| Remote appointment | 19% | 26% | 15% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 68% | 75% | 63% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 84% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 85% |
| Discussed managing condition | 48% | 43% | 57% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 36% |
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.
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 3 June 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Congham Road, Grimston, King's Lynn, PE32 1DW
- Phone
- 01485 600341
- Website
- www.grimstonmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- West Norfolk Coastal PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D82010 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Pharmacy
- Toilets
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 16 February 2017
This rating is 9 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
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 | 23.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 11.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 63% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimston Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 62 | 68% | 77% | Yes |
| Great Massingham SurgeryKing's Lynn, PE32 2JQ | 4.8 miles | 86 | 85% | 89% | Yes |
| The Woottons SurgeryKing's Lynn, PE30 3PT | 4.8 miles | 36 | 50% | 75% | Yes |
| St James Medical PracticeKing's Lynn, PE30 2FQ | 5.0 miles | 93 | 88% | 92% | Yes |
| Vida HealthcareKing's Lynn, PE30 4DY | 5.3 miles | 27 | 55% | 76% | Yes |
| Southgates Surgical & Medical CentreKing's Lynn, PE30 5QX | 6.2 miles | 9 | 30% | 75% | Yes |
| Heacham Group PracticeKings Lynn, PE31 7EX | 9.7 miles | 34 | 49% | 67% | Yes |
| Watlington Medical CentreKing's Lynn, PE33 0TU | 9.9 miles | 39 | 57% | 69% | Yes |
| Plowright Medical CentreSwaffham, PE37 7HJ | 10.0 miles | 79 | 90% | 88% | Yes |
| Manor Farm Medical CentreSwaffham, PE37 7QN | 10.5 miles | 23 | 42% | 75% | Yes |
Great Massingham Surgery is 4.8 miles away, scores 86 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Grimston Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Grimston Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01485 600341.
How do patients rate Grimston Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Grimston Medical Centre 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 62 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Grimston Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Grimston Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 16 February 2017).
What are the opening times of Grimston 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 3 June 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Grimston Medical Centre?
Call 01485 600341 or visit its website, www.grimstonmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Congham Road, Grimston, King's Lynn, PE32 1DW.
How many patients are registered at Grimston Medical Centre?
Around 5,285 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of West Norfolk Coastal PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Norfolk and Suffolk 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.