GP surgery in Becontree
Omnes Healthcare Ltd
234 Porters Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 2EQ
Scores 25 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 52% 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 22
- Easy to get through on the phone32
- Easy to contact online38
- Good experience of getting in touch31
- Did not wait too long for the appointment15
Quality of care 32
- Patients rate the surgery as good37
- Patients got what they needed28
- Doctors and nurses listen20
- Patients trust the staff37
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done69
- Meets NHS clinical targets50
- Children vaccinated on time31
What patients say
90 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
52%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+18
change since last year
2025: 58% · 2026: 75%
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 | 52% | 57% | 36% |
| Easy to contact via website | 53% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 69% | 54% | 45% |
| Reception staff helpful | 73% | 85% | 61% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 36% | 31% | 42% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 20% | 42% | 21% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 77% | 84% | 68% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 82% | 93% | 88% |
| Good experience of contacting | 69% | 73% | 52% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 52% | 57% | 41% |
| Waiting time was about right | 57% | 69% | 46% |
| Remote appointment | 27% | 26% | 53% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 82% | 87% | 70% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 75% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 66% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 84% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 78% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 81% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 58% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 65% |
| Supported by local services | 58% | 70% | 55% |
| Discussed managing condition | 59% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 60% | 46% | 36% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 90 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 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 8pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 2 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 234 Porters Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 2EQ
- Phone
- 020 8596 7850
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.portersavenue.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Barking & Dagenham East PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- Y02575 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Child and Family Health Centre
- 79 Axe Street, Barking, IG11 7LZ
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Parent and baby room
- 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 | 9.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 2.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 7.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 46% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 76% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 74% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omnes Healthcare Ltdthis surgery | – | 25 | 52% | 75% | Yes |
| Gables SurgeryDagenham, RM8 2LD | 0.2 miles | 18 | 33% | 76% | Yes |
| Dr BK Jaiswal's PracticeDagenham, RM9 4SR | 0.5 miles | 38 | 79% | 72% | Yes |
| Dr A ArifDagenham, RM8 2AJ | 0.5 miles | 28 | 64% | 72% | Yes |
| Dr SZ Haider's PracticeDagenham, RM8 3RH | 0.6 miles | 5 | 30% | 66% | Yes |
| John Smith Medical CentreBarking, IG11 9LL | 0.6 miles | 16 | 62% | 74% | Yes |
| Dr KM Alkaisy PracticeDagenham, RM9 6EA | 0.7 miles | 42 | 74% | 73% | Yes |
| St Albans SurgeryDagenham, RM9 6EA | 0.7 miles | 2 | 42% | 53% | Yes |
| Hedgemans Medical CentreDagenham, RM9 6HT | 1.0 miles | 14 | 39% | 66% | Yes |
| Halbutt Street SurgeryDagenham, RM9 5AS | 1.0 miles | 0 | 32% | 52% | Yes |
Dr BK Jaiswal's Practice is 0.5 miles away, scores 38 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Omnes Healthcare Ltd taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Omnes Healthcare Ltd was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8596 7850.
How do patients rate Omnes Healthcare Ltd?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Omnes Healthcare Ltd said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 52% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 25 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Omnes Healthcare Ltd?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Omnes Healthcare Ltd as Good at its last published inspection (report published 8 January 2026).
What are the opening times of Omnes Healthcare Ltd?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday 8am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 2 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Omnes Healthcare Ltd?
Call 020 8596 7850 or visit its website, www.portersavenue.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 234 Porters Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 2EQ.
Does Omnes Healthcare Ltd have a branch surgery?
Yes. Omnes Healthcare Ltd also runs Child and Family Health Centre (79 Axe Street, Barking, IG11 7LZ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Omnes Healthcare Ltd?
Around 22,225 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Barking & Dagenham East PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East 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.