GP surgery in North Norfolk
Stalham Staithe Surgery
Lower Staithe Road, Stalham, Norwich, NR12 9BU
Scores 48 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 69% 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 2024. 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 50
- Easy to get through on the phone48
- Easy to contact online79
- Good experience of getting in touch42
- Did not wait too long for the appointment50
Quality of care 44
- Patients rate the surgery as good19
- Patients got what they needed53
- Doctors and nurses listen28
- Patients trust the staff48
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done89
- Meets NHS clinical targets76
- Children vaccinated on time98
What patients say
112 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
61%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
69%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-8
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 69%
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% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via website | 71% | 58% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 68% | 54% | 53% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 27% | 31% | 44% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 47% | 42% | 46% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 80% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 81% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 73% | 73% | 82% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 61% | 57% | 72% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 77% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 13% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 84% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 69% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 61% | 70% | 74% |
| Discussed managing condition | 32% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 36% | 46% | 50% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 112 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 | 8:30am to 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 5:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 5:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 9 January 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Lower Staithe Road, Stalham, Norwich, NR12 9BU
- Phone
- 01692 582000
- [email protected]
- Website
- staithesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Norfolk 4 PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D82009 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- 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 | 24.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 11.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 79% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 63% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stalham Staithe Surgerythis surgery | – | 48 | 61% | 69% | Yes |
| Ludham and Stalham Green SurgeriesGreat Yarmouth, NR29 5AB | 4.3 miles | 32 | 63% | 75% | Yes |
| Hoveton & Wroxham Medical CentreNorwich, NR12 8DU | 5.5 miles | 87 | 79% | 87% | Yes |
| Paston SurgeryNorth Walsham, NR28 0BQ | 6.6 miles | 77 | 65% | 85% | Yes |
| Birchwood Medical PracticeNorth Walsham, NR28 0BQ | 6.6 miles | 79 | 70% | 88% | Yes |
| Coltishall Medical PracticeNorwich, NR12 7HA | 7.0 miles | 90 | 88% | 86% | Yes |
| Fleggburgh SurgeryGreat Yarmouth, NR29 3AW | 7.8 miles | 98 | 94% | 96% | Yes |
| Mundesley Medical CentreNorwich, NR11 8AR | 8.1 miles | 79 | 92% | 86% | Yes |
| Acle Medical PartnershipNorwich, NR13 3RA | 9.0 miles | 36 | 56% | 75% | Yes |
| Blofield SurgeryNorwich, NR13 4PL | 9.6 miles | 76 | 71% | 88% | Yes |
Hoveton & Wroxham Medical Centre is 5.5 miles away, scores 87 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Stalham Staithe Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Stalham Staithe Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01692 582000.
How do patients rate Stalham Staithe Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 69% of patients at Stalham Staithe Surgery 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 48 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Stalham Staithe Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Stalham Staithe Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 31 January 2024).
What are the opening times of Stalham Staithe Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 8pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 5:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 5:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 5:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 9 January 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Stalham Staithe Surgery?
Call 01692 582000 or visit its website, staithesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Lower Staithe Road, Stalham, Norwich, NR12 9BU.
How many patients are registered at Stalham Staithe Surgery?
Around 7,220 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Norfolk 4 PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Norfolk and Suffolk 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.