GP surgery in Dartford
Horsman's Place Surgery
Horsmans Place, Instone Road, Dartford, DA1 2JP
Scores 40 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 77% of patients say their experience is good and 47% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 50
- Easy to get through on the phone23
- Easy to contact online52
- Good experience of getting in touch57
- Did not wait too long for the appointment67
Quality of care 30
- Patients rate the surgery as good44
- Patients got what they needed28
- Doctors and nurses listen54
- Patients trust the staff50
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done7
- Meets NHS clinical targets27
- Children vaccinated on time11
What patients say
94 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
47%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+29
change since last year
2025: 48% · 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 | 47% | 57% | 33% |
| Easy to contact via website | 59% | 58% | 18% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 54% | 54% | 18% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 68% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 29% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 29% | 42% | 20% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 72% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 87% |
| Good experience of contacting | 78% | 73% | 41% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 45% | 57% | 32% |
| Waiting time was about right | 77% | 69% | 52% |
| Remote appointment | 53% | 26% | 37% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 70% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 78% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 54% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 84% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 48% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 86% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 57% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 16% |
| Agreed a care plan | 61% | 46% | 38% |
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 | 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 30 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Horsmans Place, Instone Road, Dartford, DA1 2JP
- Phone
- 01322 299790
- Website
- www.horsmansplacesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Dartford Central PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82048 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Parent and baby room
- Pharmacy
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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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 | 26.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 21.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 66% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 44% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 67% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 60% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 57% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsman's Place Surgerythis surgery | – | 40 | 47% | 77% | Yes |
| Lowfield Medical CentreDartford, DA1 1HP | 0.1 mile | 2 | 38% | 55% | Yes |
| Redwood PracticeDartford, DA1 2HA | 0.4 miles | 13 | 30% | 73% | Yes |
| The Wellcome PracticeDartford, DA1 2HA | 0.4 miles | 27 | 34% | 77% | Yes |
| Pilgrims Way SurgeryDartford, DA1 1QY | 1.0 miles | 7 | 41% | 62% | Yes |
| Dr CJ Shimmins & PartnersDartford, DA1 1QY | 1.0 miles | 25 | 57% | 80% | Yes |
| Temple Hill SurgeryDartford, DA1 5ND | 1.0 miles | 5 | 30% | 53% | Yes |
| Crayford Town SurgeryDartford, DA1 4ER | 1.5 miles | 3 | 44% | 64% | Yes |
| Slade Green Medical CentreErith, DA8 2HS | 2.2 miles | 11 | 59% | 63% | Yes |
| Lyndhurst Road Medical CentreBexleyheath, DA7 6DL | 2.7 miles | 66 | 76% | 81% | Yes |
Lyndhurst Road Medical Centre is 2.7 miles away, scores 66 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Horsman's Place Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Horsman's Place Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01322 299790.
How do patients rate Horsman's Place Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Horsman's Place Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 47% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 40 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Horsman's Place Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Horsman's Place Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 29 July 2026).
What are the opening times of Horsman's Place 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 30 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Horsman's Place Surgery?
Call 01322 299790 or visit its website, www.horsmansplacesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Horsmans Place, Instone Road, Dartford, DA1 2JP.
How many patients are registered at Horsman's Place Surgery?
Around 9,471 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Dartford Central PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Kent and Medway 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.