GP surgery in Chatham
The Kings Family Practice
30-34 Magpie Hall Road, Chatham, ME4 5JY
Scores 24 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 73% of patients say their experience is good and 54% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2021. 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 29
- Easy to get through on the phone36
- Easy to contact online35
- Good experience of getting in touch26
- Did not wait too long for the appointment37
Quality of care 19
- Patients rate the surgery as good29
- Patients got what they needed21
- Doctors and nurses listen26
- Patients trust the staff46
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done8
- Meets NHS clinical targets58
- Children vaccinated on time24
What patients say
90 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
54%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
73%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 73%
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 | 54% | 57% | 53% |
| Easy to contact via website | 52% | 58% | 59% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 46% | 54% | 57% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 11% | 31% | 23% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 40% | 42% | 26% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 72% | 84% | 79% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 67% | 73% | 70% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 51% | 57% | 53% |
| Waiting time was about right | 67% | 69% | 78% |
| Remote appointment | 13% | 26% | 25% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 85% |
| Treated with care and concern | 80% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 77% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 84% | 92% | 88% |
| Needs were met | 86% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 73% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 65% | 79% | 76% |
| Supported by local services | 51% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 28% | 43% | 32% |
| Agreed a care plan | 56% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 90 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 14 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 30-34 Magpie Hall Road, Chatham, ME4 5JY
- Phone
- 01634 810040
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Aspire Medical PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82753 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- 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 | 10.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 21.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 81% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 60% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 42% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 73% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 62% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Family Practicethis surgery | – | 24 | 54% | 73% | Yes |
| Bryant Street Medical PracticeChatham, ME4 4HY | 0.6 miles | 26 | 69% | 74% | Yes |
| The Glebe Family PracticeGillingham, ME7 5UA | 0.6 miles | 88 | 86% | 90% | Yes |
| Stonecross and West Drive SurgeryChatham, ME5 0AA | 0.8 miles | 7 | 29% | 63% | Yes |
| Matrix Medical PracticeChatham, ME5 7JX | 0.8 miles | 39 | 41% | 78% | Yes |
| Napier Road SurgeryGillingham, ME7 4HH | 0.9 miles | 73 | 81% | 85% | No |
| City Way SurgeryRochester, ME1 2AY | 1.1 miles | 3 | 24% | 54% | Yes |
| The Churchill ClinicChatham, ME5 0DL | 1.2 miles | 10 | 50% | 64% | Yes |
| Princes Park Medical CentreGillingham, ME7 1LX | 1.3 miles | 1 | 32% | 54% | Yes |
| Thorndike PartnershipRochester, ME1 2TH | 1.4 miles | 1 | 35% | 43% | Yes |
The Glebe Family Practice is 0.6 miles away, scores 88 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Kings Family Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Kings Family Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01634 810040.
How do patients rate The Kings Family Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 73% of patients at The Kings Family Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 54% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 24 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Kings Family Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Kings Family Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 December 2021).
What are the opening times of The Kings Family Practice?
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 14 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Kings Family Practice?
Call 01634 810040. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 30-34 Magpie Hall Road, Chatham, ME4 5JY.
How many patients are registered at The Kings Family Practice?
Around 8,388 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Aspire Medical 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.