GP surgery in North Devon
Wallingbrook Health Centre
Back Lane, Chulmleigh, EX18 7DL
Scores 97 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 93% of patients say their experience is good and 85% 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 96
- Easy to get through on the phone89
- Easy to contact online85
- Good experience of getting in touch94
- Did not wait too long for the appointment95
Quality of care 96
- Patients rate the surgery as good94
- Patients got what they needed100
- Doctors and nurses listen87
- Patients trust the staff99
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done69
- Meets NHS clinical targets62
- Children vaccinated on time75
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
85%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
93%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+9
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 93%
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 | 85% | 57% | 77% |
| Easy to contact via website | 74% | 58% | 76% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 64% |
| Reception staff helpful | 99% | 85% | 97% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 41% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 48% | 42% | 64% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 98% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 92% | 73% | 89% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 54% | 57% | 62% |
| Waiting time was about right | 91% | 69% | 85% |
| Remote appointment | 30% | 26% | 33% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 94% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 89% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 100% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 99% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 100% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 93% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 90% | 79% | 87% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 31% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 61% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 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.
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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 20 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Back Lane, Chulmleigh, EX18 7DL
- Phone
- 01769 580295
- Website
- www.wallingbrook.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Mid Devon Healthcare PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L83025 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Winkleigh Surgery
- 15 Southerhay, Winkleigh, EX19 8JH · 01769 580269
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Lift
- Sign language interpreter available in-person
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 7 July 2016
This rating is 10 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
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 | 20.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 75% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 65% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 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 | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wallingbrook Health Centrethis surgery | – | 97 | 85% | 93% | Yes |
| Amicus Health - Mid Devon SitesTiverton, EX16 8EZ | 7.4 miles | 92 | 91% | 93% | Yes |
| South Molton Medical CentreSouth Molton, EX36 3BZ | 7.4 miles | 51 | 54% | 81% | Yes |
| Bow Medical PracticeCrediton, EX17 6FB | 8.3 miles | 91 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
| Castle Gardens SurgeryTorrington, EX38 8EU | 11.8 miles | 86 | 80% | 92% | Yes |
| Torrington Health CentreTorrington, EX38 8EL | 11.8 miles | 92 | 96% | 90% | Yes |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple, EX32 9LL | 12.9 miles | 58 | 80% | 82% | Yes |
| Okehampton Medical CentreOkehampton, EX20 1AY | 13.3 miles | 62 | 57% | 86% | Yes |
| Redlands Primary CareCrediton, EX17 3FD | 13.6 miles | 22 | 53% | 69% | Yes |
| Brannam Medical CentreBarnstaple, EX32 8GP | 13.8 miles | 77 | 77% | 90% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Wallingbrook Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Wallingbrook Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01769 580295.
How do patients rate Wallingbrook Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 93% of patients at Wallingbrook Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 85% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 97 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Wallingbrook Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Wallingbrook Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 July 2016).
What are the opening times of Wallingbrook Health Centre?
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 20 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Wallingbrook Health Centre?
Call 01769 580295 or visit its website, www.wallingbrook.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Back Lane, Chulmleigh, EX18 7DL.
Does Wallingbrook Health Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Wallingbrook Health Centre also runs Winkleigh Surgery (15 Southerhay, Winkleigh, EX19 8JH). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Wallingbrook Health Centre?
Around 7,473 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Mid Devon Healthcare PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Devon 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.