GP surgery in Deal
The Cedars Surgery
24 Marine Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7DN
Scores 55 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 81% 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 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 44
- Easy to get through on the phone39
- Easy to contact online56
- Good experience of getting in touch51
- Did not wait too long for the appointment42
Quality of care 67
- Patients rate the surgery as good56
- Patients got what they needed43
- Doctors and nurses listen88
- Patients trust the staff77
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done59
- Meets NHS clinical targets74
- Children vaccinated on time67
What patients say
103 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
56%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+4
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 81%
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% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via website | 61% | 58% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 59% | 54% | 59% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 87% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 37% | 31% | 31% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 28% | 42% | 44% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 83% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 76% | 73% | 75% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 53% | 57% | 63% |
| Waiting time was about right | 69% | 69% | 48% |
| Remote appointment | 14% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 95% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 87% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 38% | 46% | 35% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 103 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 | 8:15am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:15am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:15am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:15am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:15am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 12 April 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 24 Marine Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7DN
- Phone
- 01304 373341
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Deal & Sandwich PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82111 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- 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 | 21.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 85% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars Surgerythis surgery | – | 55 | 56% | 81% | Yes |
| Balmoral SurgeryDeal, CT14 7EQ | 0.3 miles | 45 | 44% | 75% | Yes |
| The New Golf Road SurgeryDeal, CT14 6PY | 0.9 miles | 91 | 87% | 90% | Yes |
| St Richards Road SurgeryDeal, CT14 9LF | 1.2 miles | 26 | 45% | 74% | Yes |
| Sandwich Medical PracticeSandwich, CT13 9ET | 4.8 miles | 37 | 42% | 77% | Yes |
| Ash SurgeryCanterbury, CT3 2HD | 6.9 miles | 35 | 50% | 73% | Yes |
| Buckland Medical PracticeDover, CT16 2NP | 7.2 miles | 38 | 64% | 69% | Yes |
| St James' SurgeryDover, CT16 1SF | 7.2 miles | 35 | 56% | 78% | No |
| High Street SurgeryDover, CT16 1EQ | 7.4 miles | 64 | 73% | 79% | Yes |
| Pencester SurgeryDover, CT16 1BW | 7.4 miles | 10 | 33% | 59% | Yes |
The New Golf Road Surgery is 0.9 miles away, scores 91 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Cedars Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Cedars Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01304 373341.
How do patients rate The Cedars Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at The Cedars 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 55 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Cedars Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Cedars Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 23 April 2025).
What are the opening times of The Cedars Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:15am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:15am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:15am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:15am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:15am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 12 April 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Cedars Surgery?
Call 01304 373341. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 24 Marine Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7DN.
How many patients are registered at The Cedars Surgery?
Around 11,173 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Deal & Sandwich 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.