GP surgery in Maldon
The Dengie Medical Partnership
61 South Street, Tillingham, Southminster, CM0 7TH
Scores 63 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 78% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding in 2018. 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 70
- Easy to get through on the phone78
- Easy to contact online75
- Good experience of getting in touch78
- Did not wait too long for the appointment39
Quality of care 52
- Patients rate the surgery as good63
- Patients got what they needed20
- Doctors and nurses listen52
- Patients trust the staff26
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done23
- Meets NHS clinical targets31
- Children vaccinated on time61
What patients say
116 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
78%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-10
change since last year
2025: 93% · 2026: 83%
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 | 78% | 57% | 85% |
| Easy to contact via website | 69% | 58% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 70% | 54% | 65% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 28% | 31% | 39% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 40% | 42% | 57% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 87% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 93% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 67% | 57% | 70% |
| Waiting time was about right | 68% | 69% | 84% |
| Remote appointment | 24% | 26% | 33% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 81% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 100% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 86% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 93% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 85% |
| Supported by local services | 74% | 70% | 78% |
| Discussed managing condition | 52% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 20% | 46% | 45% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 116 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 12 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 61 South Street, Tillingham, Southminster, CM0 7TH
- Phone
- 01621 778383
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Dengie & South Woodham Ferrers PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81183 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Maylandsea Medical Centre
- Imperial Avenue, Mayland, Chelmsford, CM3 6AP
Access and facilities
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Toilets
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 24 August 2018
This rating is 8 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Outstanding |
| Is it caring? | Outstanding |
| Is it responsive? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 23.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 11.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 67% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 50% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 68% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 55% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dengie Medical Partnershipthis surgery | – | 63 | 78% | 83% | Yes |
| William Fisher Medical CentreSouthminster, CM0 7AY | 3.2 miles | 81 | 78% | 91% | Yes |
| The Tollesbury PracticeMaldon, CM9 8RG | 5.0 miles | 51 | 67% | 76% | Yes |
| Burnham SurgeryBurnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8SJ | 5.1 miles | 49 | 51% | 82% | Yes |
| The Trinity Medical PracticeChelmsford, CM3 6AB | 5.3 miles | 63 | 69% | 79% | Yes |
| West Mersea SurgeryColchester, CO5 8RA | 6.1 miles | 86 | 48% | 91% | No |
| Blackwater Medical CentreMaldon, CM9 5GP | 9.0 miles | 15 | 42% | 68% | Yes |
| Longfield Medical CentreMaldon, CM9 5DF | 9.1 miles | 28 | 18% | 70% | Yes |
| Tiptree Medical CentreColchester, CO5 0HB | 9.8 miles | 56 | 32% | 81% | Yes |
| Colne Medical CentreColchester, CO7 0DT | 10.0 miles | 68 | 71% | 86% | Yes |
William Fisher Medical Centre is 3.2 miles away, scores 81 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Dengie Medical Partnership taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Dengie Medical Partnership was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01621 778383.
How do patients rate The Dengie Medical Partnership?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at The Dengie Medical Partnership said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 78% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 63 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Dengie Medical Partnership?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Dengie Medical Partnership as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 24 August 2018).
What are the opening times of The Dengie Medical Partnership?
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 12 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Dengie Medical Partnership?
Call 01621 778383. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 61 South Street, Tillingham, Southminster, CM0 7TH.
Does The Dengie Medical Partnership have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Dengie Medical Partnership also runs Maylandsea Medical Centre (Imperial Avenue, Mayland, Chelmsford, CM3 6AP). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Dengie Medical Partnership?
Around 5,770 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Dengie & South Woodham Ferrers 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.