GP surgery in Camberwell
Parkside Medical Centre
52 Camberwell Green, London, SE5 7AQ
Scores 44 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 80% of patients say their experience is good and 61% 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 43
- Easy to get through on the phone49
- Easy to contact online32
- Good experience of getting in touch57
- Did not wait too long for the appointment33
Quality of care 46
- Patients rate the surgery as good54
- Patients got what they needed56
- Doctors and nurses listen60
- Patients trust the staff60
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done20
- Meets NHS clinical targets25
- Children vaccinated on time9
What patients say
94 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
61%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+10
change since last year
2025: 71% · 2026: 80%
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 | 61% | 57% | 43% |
| Easy to contact via website | 50% | 58% | 39% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 46% | 54% | 38% |
| Reception staff helpful | 89% | 85% | 81% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 30% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 23% | 42% | 27% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 66% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 79% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 78% | 73% | 66% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 68% | 57% | 53% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 67% |
| Remote appointment | 56% | 26% | 50% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 83% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 87% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 89% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 71% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 74% | 79% | 69% |
| Supported by local services | 74% | 70% | 52% |
| Discussed managing condition | 64% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 62% | 46% | 57% |
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 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 23 August 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 52 Camberwell Green, London, SE5 7AQ
- Phone
- 020 7703 0596
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.parksidemedical.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Southwark PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G85030 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 15 August 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? | Requires improvement |
| 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 | 10.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 61% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 81% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 50% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 73% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 44 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
| Camberwell Green SurgeryLondon, SE5 7AF | 0.1 mile | 52 | 68% | 76% | Yes |
| St Giles SurgeryLondon, SE5 7RF | 0.4 miles | 55 | 83% | 84% | Yes |
| Brunswick Park Family PracticeLondon, SE5 7RF | 0.4 miles | 35 | 78% | 79% | Yes |
| The Corner SurgeryLondon, SE5 9NS | 0.4 miles | 80 | 81% | 86% | Yes |
| Fiveways PCN Ea HubLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.5 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Lambeth Walk Group PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.5 miles | 59 | 74% | 77% | Yes |
| Minet Green Health PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.6 miles | 52 | 70% | 76% | Yes |
| Akerman Medical PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.6 miles | 23 | 52% | 74% | Yes |
| Vassall Medical CentreLondon, SW9 6NA | 0.7 miles | 75 | 81% | 91% | Yes |
St Giles Surgery is 0.4 miles away, scores 55 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Parkside Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Parkside Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 7703 0596.
How do patients rate Parkside Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at Parkside Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 61% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 44 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Parkside Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Parkside Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 15 August 2017).
What are the opening times of Parkside Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 7am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 23 August 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Parkside Medical Centre?
Call 020 7703 0596 or visit its website, www.parksidemedical.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 52 Camberwell Green, London, SE5 7AQ.
How many patients are registered at Parkside Medical Centre?
Around 6,270 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Southwark PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South 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.