GP surgery in County Durham
Silverdale Family Practice
South Hetton Health Centre, Front Street, South Hetton, Durham, DH6 2TH
Scores 100 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 96% of patients say their experience is good and 97% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding in 2019. 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 100
- Easy to get through on the phone99
- Easy to contact online95
- Good experience of getting in touch99
- Did not wait too long for the appointment99
Quality of care 100
- Patients rate the surgery as good98
- Patients got what they needed94
- Doctors and nurses listen80
- Patients trust the staff78
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done97
- Meets NHS clinical targets95
- Children vaccinated on time86
What patients say
90 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
97%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
96%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+5
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 96%
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 | 97% | 57% | 95% |
| Easy to contact via website | 83% | 58% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 73% | 54% | 74% |
| Reception staff helpful | 99% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 25% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 65% | 42% | 75% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 96% | 84% | 96% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 97% | 73% | 93% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 94% | 57% | 87% |
| Waiting time was about right | 97% | 69% | 97% |
| Remote appointment | 19% | 26% | 21% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 96% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 91% | 75% | 89% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 98% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 96% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 78% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 51% | 46% | 28% |
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 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 27 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- South Hetton Health Centre, Front Street, South Hetton, Durham, DH6 2TH
- Phone
- 0191 517 1055
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Easington PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A83627 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Pharmacy
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 22 January 2019
This rating is 7 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? | Outstanding |
| Is it responsive? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 18.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 24.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 80% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 85% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 94% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 86% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 77% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverdale Family Practicethis surgery | – | 100 | 97% | 96% | Yes |
| Murton Medical CentreSeaham, SR7 9AB | 1.6 miles | 88 | 80% | 93% | Yes |
| Hetton Group PracticeHoughton Le Spring, DH5 9EZ | 2.3 miles | 65 | 66% | 85% | Yes |
| Southdene Medical CentreDurham, DH6 2LT | 2.7 miles | 93 | 91% | 95% | Yes |
| Bevan Medical GroupDurham, DH6 2LQ | 2.9 miles | 91 | 90% | 83% | Yes |
| The New Seaham Medical GroupSeaham, SR7 8DY | 3.0 miles | 53 | 74% | 78% | Yes |
| Byron Medical PracticeSeaham, SR7 8LF | 3.5 miles | 71 | 79% | 81% | Yes |
| Houghton Medical Group,Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4DN | 3.7 miles | 87 | 72% | 89% | Yes |
| Marlborough SurgerySeaham, SR7 7JE | 3.9 miles | 76 | 69% | 86% | Yes |
| West Rainton SurgeryHoughton Le Spring, DH4 6RQ | 3.9 miles | 90 | 90% | 89% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Silverdale Family Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Silverdale Family Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 517 1055.
How do patients rate Silverdale Family Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 96% of patients at Silverdale Family Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 97% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 100 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Silverdale Family Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Silverdale Family Practice as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 22 January 2019).
What are the opening times of Silverdale Family Practice?
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 closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 27 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Silverdale Family Practice?
Call 0191 517 1055. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is South Hetton Health Centre, Front Street, South Hetton, Durham, DH6 2TH.
How many patients are registered at Silverdale Family Practice?
Around 6,642 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Easington PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East and North Cumbria 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.