GP surgery in Wimbledon
Nelson Medical Practice
Kingston Road, London, SW20 8DA
Scores 36 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 77% of patients say their experience is good and 60% 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 42
- Easy to get through on the phone46
- Easy to contact online2
- Good experience of getting in touch45
- Did not wait too long for the appointment52
Quality of care 32
- Patients rate the surgery as good42
- Patients got what they needed43
- Doctors and nurses listen6
- Patients trust the staff16
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done54
- Meets NHS clinical targets64
- Children vaccinated on time38
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
60%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+14
change since last year
2025: 63% · 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 | 60% | 57% | 46% |
| Easy to contact via website | 24% | 58% | 30% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 34% | 54% | 35% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 81% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 35% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 25% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 77% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 74% | 73% | 61% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 57% | 57% | 44% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 64% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 76% | 87% | 79% |
| Treated with care and concern | 76% | 86% | 79% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 57% | 75% | 63% |
| Had all the information needed | 83% | 92% | 89% |
| Confidence and trust | 88% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 82% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 63% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 77% | 70% | 64% |
| Discussed managing condition | 41% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 54% | 46% | 50% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 104 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 | 7am to 8pm |
| Tuesday | 7am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 7am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 7am to 8pm |
| Friday | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 8am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 2 January 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Kingston Road, London, SW20 8DA
- Phone
- 020 3826 0826
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.nelsonmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South West Merton PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H85020 · NHS profile
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 11 January 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 | 11.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 6.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 66% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 77% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 84% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 72% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 36 | 60% | 77% | Yes |
| Francis Grove SurgeryLondon, SW19 4DL | 0.6 miles | 74 | 70% | 86% | Yes |
| Wimbledon Medical PracticeLondon, SW19 1NX | 0.7 miles | 58 | 66% | 79% | Yes |
| Morden Hall Medical CentreLondon, SW19 3DA | 0.8 miles | 56 | 79% | 80% | Yes |
| Alexandra Road SurgeryLondon, SW19 7JZ | 0.9 miles | 25 | 63% | 75% | Yes |
| Lambton Road Medical PracticeLondon, SW20 0LW | 0.9 miles | 85 | 74% | 90% | Yes |
| Grand Drive SurgeryLondon, SW20 9EA | 1.0 miles | 57 | 59% | 89% | Yes |
| Merton Medical PracticeLondon, SW19 1DG | 1.1 miles | 55 | 60% | 78% | Yes |
| Wimbledon Village SurgeryLondon, SW19 5BY | 1.1 miles | 76 | 71% | 88% | Yes |
| Mitcham & Tooting HealthMitcham, CR4 3PR | 1.2 miles | 42 | 65% | 76% | Yes |
Francis Grove Surgery is 0.6 miles away, scores 74 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Nelson Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Nelson Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 3826 0826.
How do patients rate Nelson Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Nelson Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 60% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 36 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Nelson Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Nelson Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 11 January 2017).
What are the opening times of Nelson Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 7am to 8pm, Tuesday 7am to 8pm, Wednesday 7am to 8pm, Thursday 7am to 8pm, Friday 7am to 6:30pm, Saturday 8am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 2 January 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Nelson Medical Practice?
Call 020 3826 0826 or visit its website, www.nelsonmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Kingston Road, London, SW20 8DA.
How many patients are registered at Nelson Medical Practice?
Around 32,866 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South West Merton PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South West London 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.