GP surgery in North East Derbyshire
The Valleys Medical Partnership
Gosber Road, Eckington, Sheffield, S21 4BZ
Scores 54 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 63% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 55
- Easy to get through on the phone52
- Easy to contact online91
- Good experience of getting in touch70
- Did not wait too long for the appointment28
Quality of care 50
- Patients rate the surgery as good46
- Patients got what they needed35
- Doctors and nurses listen53
- Patients trust the staff47
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done52
- Meets NHS clinical targets83
- Children vaccinated on time82
What patients say
132 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
63%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 79% · 2026: 78%
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 | 63% | 57% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via website | 79% | 58% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 78% | 54% | 71% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 29% | 31% | 30% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 44% | 42% | 44% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 82% | 73% | 79% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 67% |
| Waiting time was about right | 64% | 69% | 59% |
| Remote appointment | 19% | 26% | 28% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 85% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 77% |
| Had all the information needed | 90% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 88% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 89% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 79% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 66% | 79% | 85% |
| Supported by local services | 69% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 57% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 33% | 46% | 41% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 132 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 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 13 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Gosber Road, Eckington, Sheffield, S21 4BZ
- Phone
- 01246 439101
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North East Derbyshire PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C81002 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Gosforth Valley Medical Practice
- Gorsey Brigg, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8UE · 01246 419040
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
Good
overall, from the inspection published 9 December 2016
This rating is 9 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? | 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 | 22.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 68% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Valleys Medical Partnershipthis surgery | – | 54 | 63% | 78% | Yes |
| Mosborough Health CentreSheffield, S20 5BQ | 1.3 miles | 47 | 46% | 74% | Yes |
| Emmett Carr SurgerySheffield, S21 3TY | 1.5 miles | 30 | 55% | 72% | Yes |
| Killamarsh Medical PracticeSheffield, S21 1DX | 1.9 miles | 28 | 48% | 73% | Yes |
| Sothall & Beighton Health CentresSheffield, S20 1HQ | 2.2 miles | 15 | 44% | 73% | Yes |
| The Thorpe PracticeSheffield, S20 6PD | 2.3 miles | 30 | 55% | 68% | Yes |
| Crystal Peaks Medical CentreSheffield, S20 7HZ | 2.4 miles | 87 | 68% | 93% | Yes |
| Birley Health CentreSheffield, S12 3BP | 2.8 miles | 57 | 50% | 82% | Yes |
| Barlborough Medical PracticeChesterfield, S43 4TY | 3.2 miles | 50 | 68% | 81% | Yes |
| Woodhouse Medical CentreSheffield, S13 7LY | 3.5 miles | 11 | 29% | 69% | Yes |
Crystal Peaks Medical Centre is 2.4 miles away, scores 87 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Valleys Medical Partnership taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Valleys Medical Partnership was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01246 439101.
How do patients rate The Valleys Medical Partnership?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at The Valleys Medical Partnership said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 63% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 54 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Valleys Medical Partnership?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Valleys Medical Partnership as Good at its last published inspection (report published 9 December 2016).
What are the opening times of The Valleys Medical Partnership?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 13 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Valleys Medical Partnership?
Call 01246 439101. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Gosber Road, Eckington, Sheffield, S21 4BZ.
Does The Valleys Medical Partnership have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Valleys Medical Partnership also runs Gosforth Valley Medical Practice (Gorsey Brigg, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8UE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Valleys Medical Partnership?
Around 12,352 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North East Derbyshire 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.