GP surgery in Dronfield
Stubley Medical Centre
7 Stubley Drive, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8QY
Scores 93 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 91% of patients say their experience is good and 84% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 94
- Easy to get through on the phone88
- Easy to contact online78
- Good experience of getting in touch91
- Did not wait too long for the appointment91
Quality of care 89
- Patients rate the surgery as good89
- Patients got what they needed51
- Doctors and nurses listen62
- Patients trust the staff50
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done93
- Meets NHS clinical targets82
- Children vaccinated on time98
What patients say
101 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
84%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
91%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 93% · 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 | 84% | 57% | 91% |
| Easy to contact via website | 70% | 58% | 82% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 77% | 54% | 65% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 99% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 24% | 31% | 30% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 78% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 95% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 90% | 73% | 92% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 77% | 57% | 78% |
| Waiting time was about right | 87% | 69% | 83% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 98% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 82% | 75% | 83% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 91% | 77% | 93% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 90% | 79% | 82% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 76% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 25% | 46% | 31% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 101 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 | 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Friday | 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 21 June 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 7 Stubley Drive, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8QY
- Phone
- 01246 296970
- [email protected]
- Website
- stubleymedical.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Chesterfield and Dronfield PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C81089 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 18.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 86% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 83% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 72% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stubley Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 93 | 84% | 91% | Yes |
| Dronfield Medical PracticeDronfield, S18 1PY | 1.5 miles | 80 | 65% | 84% | Yes |
| Steel City General PracticeSheffield, S17 4DR | 1.6 miles | 26 | 67% | 70% | Yes |
| Oakhill Medical PracticeDronfield, S18 2EJ | 2.2 miles | 73 | 69% | 83% | Yes |
| Meadowgreen Health CentreSheffield, S8 8DJ | 2.6 miles | 28 | 40% | 73% | Yes |
| Beauchief Medical PracticeSheffield, S8 0BJ | 3.1 miles | 46 | 69% | 75% | Yes |
| Woodseats Medical CentreSheffield, S8 0SH | 3.2 miles | 66 | 51% | 86% | Yes |
| Newbold SurgeryChesterfield, S41 8DU | 3.8 miles | 60 | 49% | 88% | Yes |
| Carterknowle & Dore Medical PracticeSheffield, S7 2DW | 4.0 miles | 90 | 82% | 90% | Yes |
| Whittington Moor SurgeryChesterfield, S41 8NA | 4.1 miles | 52 | 50% | 78% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Stubley Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Stubley Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01246 296970.
How do patients rate Stubley Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 91% of patients at Stubley Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 84% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 93 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Stubley Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 5pm, Thursday 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Friday 9am to 12:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 21 June 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Stubley Medical Centre?
Call 01246 296970 or visit its website, stubleymedical.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 7 Stubley Drive, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8QY.
How many patients are registered at Stubley Medical Centre?
Around 6,129 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Chesterfield and Dronfield PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Derby and Derbyshire 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.