GP surgery in Walworth
Penrose Surgery
33 Penrose Street, London, SE17 3DW
Scores 18 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 55% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 20
- Easy to get through on the phone36
- Easy to contact online21
- Good experience of getting in touch32
- Did not wait too long for the appointment8
Quality of care 20
- Patients rate the surgery as good37
- Patients got what they needed30
- Doctors and nurses listen30
- Patients trust the staff39
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done16
- Meets NHS clinical targets8
- Children vaccinated on time5
What patients say
118 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
54%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-3
change since last year
2025: 78% · 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 | 54% | 57% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via website | 45% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 47% | 54% | 40% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 83% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 20% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 22% | 42% | 46% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 82% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 84% | 93% | 88% |
| Good experience of contacting | 69% | 73% | 71% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 60% | 57% | 57% |
| Waiting time was about right | 52% | 69% | 51% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 20% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 84% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 99% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 67% | 79% | 66% |
| Supported by local services | 62% | 70% | 65% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 71% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 118 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 | 9am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 8 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 33 Penrose Street, London, SE17 3DW
- Phone
- 020 7703 3677
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Southwark PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G85084 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Penrose Maddock Way Surgery
- 10 Maddock Way, London, SE17 3NH
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- 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 1 August 2016
This rating is 10 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 | 8.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 55% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 81% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 47% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 72% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 68% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penrose Surgerythis surgery | – | 18 | 55% | 75% | Yes |
| The Villa Street Medical CentreLondon, SE17 2EL | 0.4 miles | 76 | 76% | 85% | Yes |
| Hurley and Riverside PracticesLondon, SE11 4HJ | 0.4 miles | 18 | 49% | 59% | Yes |
| East StreetLondon, SE17 2GN | 0.5 miles | 88 | 83% | 94% | Yes |
| Nexus Health GroupLondon, SE1 6JP | 0.6 miles | 30 | 55% | 79% | Yes |
| Falmouth Road Group PracticeLondon, SE1 4JW | 0.7 miles | 8 | 43% | 65% | Yes |
| Old Kent Road SurgeryLondon, SE1 5TY | 0.7 miles | 64 | 74% | 78% | Yes |
| Minet Green Health PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.8 miles | 52 | 70% | 76% | Yes |
| Vassall Medical CentreLondon, SW9 6NA | 0.8 miles | 75 | 81% | 91% | Yes |
| Akerman Medical PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.8 miles | 23 | 52% | 74% | Yes |
The Villa Street Medical Centre is 0.4 miles away, scores 76 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Penrose Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Penrose Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 7703 3677.
How do patients rate Penrose Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Penrose Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 55% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 18 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Penrose Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Penrose Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 1 August 2016).
What are the opening times of Penrose 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 9am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 8 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Penrose Surgery?
Call 020 7703 3677. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 33 Penrose Street, London, SE17 3DW.
Does Penrose Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Penrose Surgery also runs Penrose Maddock Way Surgery (10 Maddock Way, London, SE17 3NH). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Penrose Surgery?
Around 15,952 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North 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.