GP surgery in Waltham Abbey
Maynard Court Surgery
18 Maynard Court, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3DU
Scores 82 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 90% of patients say their experience is good and 87% 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 76
- Easy to get through on the phone91
- Easy to contact online25
- Good experience of getting in touch74
- Did not wait too long for the appointment65
Quality of care 84
- Patients rate the surgery as good87
- Patients got what they needed82
- Doctors and nurses listen92
- Patients trust the staff80
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done76
- Meets NHS clinical targets16
- Children vaccinated on time9
What patients say
94 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
87%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
90%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+6
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 90%
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 | 87% | 57% | 71% |
| Easy to contact via website | 47% | 58% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 45% | 54% | 34% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 40% | 31% | 43% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 49% | 42% | 40% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 87% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 83% | 73% | 74% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 69% | 57% | 61% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 79% |
| Remote appointment | 24% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 85% | 75% | 65% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 87% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 90% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 70% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 64% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 60% |
| Agreed a care plan | 55% | 46% | 48% |
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 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 27 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 18 Maynard Court, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3DU
- Phone
- 01992 761387
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.maynardcourtsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Epping Forest North PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81725 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Nazeing Valley Health Centre
- 64-66 North Street, Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2NW
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 2 October 2017
This rating is 8 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 | 16.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 17.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 73% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maynard Court Surgerythis surgery | – | 82 | 87% | 90% | Yes |
| Market Square SurgeryWaltham Abbey, EN9 1NP | 0.8 miles | 76 | 85% | 87% | Yes |
| Abbey Road SurgeryWaltham Cross, EN8 7LJ | 2.2 miles | 26 | 40% | 74% | Yes |
| Stanhope SurgeryWaltham Cross, EN8 7DJ | 2.2 miles | 2 | 30% | 55% | Yes |
| Warden Lodge Medical PracticeWaltham Cross, EN8 8NW | 2.6 miles | 9 | 42% | 69% | Yes |
| The Ordnance Unity Centre for HealthEnfield, EN3 6ND | 2.7 miles | 45 | 58% | 77% | Yes |
| High Street SurgeryWaltham Cross, EN8 0BX | 2.9 miles | 46 | 57% | 81% | Yes |
| Loughton Health CentreLoughton, IG10 1HW | 2.9 miles | 5 | 20% | 55% | Yes |
| The Loughton SurgeryLoughton, IG10 1SZ | 3.1 miles | 23 | 53% | 69% | Yes |
| Forest PracticeLoughton, IG10 2NH | 3.2 miles | 19 | 50% | 76% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Maynard Court Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Maynard Court Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01992 761387.
How do patients rate Maynard Court Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 90% of patients at Maynard Court Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 87% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 82 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Maynard Court Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Maynard Court Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 2 October 2017).
What are the opening times of Maynard Court Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 27 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Maynard Court Surgery?
Call 01992 761387 or visit its website, www.maynardcourtsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 18 Maynard Court, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3DU.
Does Maynard Court Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Maynard Court Surgery also runs Nazeing Valley Health Centre (64-66 North Street, Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2NW). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Maynard Court Surgery?
Around 9,673 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Epping Forest North 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.