GP surgery in Chelmsford
Stock Surgery
Common Road, Stock, Ingatestone, CM4 9NF
Scores 85 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 91% of patients say their experience is good and 85% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2025. 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 81
- Easy to get through on the phone89
- Easy to contact online49
- Good experience of getting in touch89
- Did not wait too long for the appointment56
Quality of care 85
- Patients rate the surgery as good89
- Patients got what they needed71
- Doctors and nurses listen71
- Patients trust the staff70
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done85
- Meets NHS clinical targets45
- Children vaccinated on time57
What patients say
111 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
85%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
91%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 91%
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 | 85% | 57% | 89% |
| Easy to contact via website | 58% | 58% | 70% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 62% | 54% | 65% |
| Reception staff helpful | 91% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 47% | 31% | 33% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 72% | 42% | 47% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 87% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 89% | 73% | 80% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 73% | 57% | 74% |
| Waiting time was about right | 74% | 69% | 87% |
| Remote appointment | 12% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 92% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 95% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 82% | 75% | 79% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 91% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 87% | 79% | 92% |
| Supported by local services | 63% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 53% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 32% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 111 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 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 6 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Common Road, Stock, Ingatestone, CM4 9NF
- Phone
- 01277 289400
- Website
- www.stocksurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Chelmsford City Health PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81040 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Car 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 | 19.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 69% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 75% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Surgerythis surgery | – | 85 | 85% | 91% | Yes |
| Queens Park SurgeryBillericay, CM12 0UA | 2.4 miles | 86 | 70% | 83% | Yes |
| The Billericay Medical PracticeBillericay, CM12 0BJ | 2.6 miles | 35 | 48% | 79% | Yes |
| The New SurgeryBillericay, CM12 0AH | 2.7 miles | 37 | 54% | 78% | Yes |
| The New Folly SurgeryIngatestone, CM4 0FA | 2.8 miles | 20 | 28% | 66% | Yes |
| Western Road SurgeryBillericay, CM12 9DX | 3.0 miles | 68 | 68% | 84% | Yes |
| Chapel Street SurgeryBillericay, CM12 9LR | 3.2 miles | 3 | 33% | 43% | Yes |
| Whitley House SurgeryChelmsford, CM1 3RW | 4.2 miles | 79 | 65% | 90% | Yes |
| Baddow Village SurgeryChelmsford, CM2 7EZ | 4.4 miles | 80 | 72% | 84% | No |
| Sutherland Lodge SurgeryChelmsford, CM2 7PY | 4.4 miles | 4 | 11% | 49% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Stock Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Stock Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01277 289400.
How do patients rate Stock Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 91% of patients at Stock Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 85% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 85 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Stock Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Stock Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 June 2025).
What are the opening times of Stock Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 6 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Stock Surgery?
Call 01277 289400 or visit its website, www.stocksurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Common Road, Stock, Ingatestone, CM4 9NF.
How many patients are registered at Stock Surgery?
Around 4,739 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Chelmsford City Health PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Essex 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.