GP surgery in Dover
St James' Surgery
2 Harold Street, Dover, CT16 1SF
Scores 35 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 56% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. It is not taking on new patients at the moment.
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 32
- Easy to get through on the phone39
- Easy to contact online36
- Good experience of getting in touch39
- Did not wait too long for the appointment30
Quality of care 42
- Patients rate the surgery as good46
- Patients got what they needed35
- Doctors and nurses listen34
- Patients trust the staff67
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done29
- Meets NHS clinical targets53
- Children vaccinated on time58
What patients say
96 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
56%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 80% · 2026: 78%
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 | 56% | 57% | 68% |
| Easy to contact via website | 52% | 58% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 35% | 54% | 41% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 44% | 31% | 33% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 25% | 42% | 37% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 82% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 66% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 56% | 57% | 59% |
| Waiting time was about right | 64% | 69% | 71% |
| Remote appointment | 24% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 78% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 68% | 75% | 66% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 80% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 78% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 74% |
| Discussed managing condition | 55% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 31% | 46% | 31% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 96 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 4 December 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 2 Harold Street, Dover, CT16 1SF
- Phone
- 01304 225559
- Website
- www.st-james-surgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Dover Town PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82002 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- 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 21 February 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 | 14.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 64% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 61% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Surgerythis surgery | – | 35 | 56% | 78% | No |
| Pencester SurgeryDover, CT16 1BW | 0.2 miles | 10 | 33% | 59% | Yes |
| High Street SurgeryDover, CT16 1EQ | 0.4 miles | 64 | 73% | 79% | Yes |
| White Cliffs Medical CentreDover, CT17 9SG | 0.7 miles | 11 | 50% | 70% | Yes |
| Buckland Medical PracticeDover, CT16 2NP | 1.0 miles | 38 | 64% | 69% | Yes |
| Lydden SurgeryDover, CT15 7ET | 4.1 miles | 74 | 70% | 88% | Yes |
| St Richards Road SurgeryDeal, CT14 9LF | 6.3 miles | 26 | 45% | 74% | Yes |
| The New SurgeryFolkestone, CT19 5SR | 6.4 miles | 2 | 36% | 49% | Yes |
| Harbour Medical PracticeFolkestone, CT20 1JY | 6.6 miles | 5 | 46% | 48% | Yes |
| Guildhall Street SurgeryFolkestone, CT20 1EJ | 6.8 miles | 16 | 35% | 74% | Yes |
High Street Surgery is 0.4 miles away, scores 64 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is St James' Surgery taking on new patients?
No. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), St James' Surgery was not taking on new patients. A surgery can only turn you down for a fair reason, such as living outside its area or its list being full. This can change at any time, so call the surgery to check.
How do patients rate St James' Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at St James' Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 56% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 35 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for St James' Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated St James' Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 21 February 2017).
What are the opening times of St James' 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 closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 4 December 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact St James' Surgery?
Call 01304 225559 or visit its website, www.st-james-surgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 2 Harold Street, Dover, CT16 1SF.
How many patients are registered at St James' Surgery?
Around 9,645 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Dover Town PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Kent and Medway 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.