GP surgery in North East Derbyshire
Wingerworth Medical Centre
Allendale Road, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, S42 6PX
Scores 98 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 97% of patients say their experience is good and 91% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. 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 97
- Easy to get through on the phone95
- Easy to contact online98
- Good experience of getting in touch98
- Did not wait too long for the appointment87
Quality of care 98
- Patients rate the surgery as good98
- Patients got what they needed83
- Doctors and nurses listen88
- Patients trust the staff96
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done95
- Meets NHS clinical targets65
- Children vaccinated on time97
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
91%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
97%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 89% · 2026: 97%
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 | 91% | 57% | 84% |
| Easy to contact via website | 87% | 58% | 74% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 86% | 54% | 72% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 51% | 42% | 36% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 96% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 96% | 73% | 84% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 72% | 57% | 61% |
| Waiting time was about right | 86% | 69% | 75% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 18% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 95% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 95% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 90% | 75% | 90% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 99% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 97% | 77% | 89% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 89% | 79% | 89% |
| Supported by local services | 83% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 54% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 54% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 104 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 7pm |
| Friday | 8am to 7pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 29 April 2014. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Allendale Road, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, S42 6PX
- Phone
- 01246 275228
- Website
- www.wingerworthmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Hardwick PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C81658 · NHS profile
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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? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 18.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 85% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 85% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 94% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 85% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 66% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 92% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 75% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingerworth Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 98 | 91% | 97% | Yes |
| Royal Primary Care ChesterfieldChesterfield, S40 2HP | 1.3 miles | 9 | 17% | 70% | Yes |
| The Surgery at WheatbridgeChesterfield, S40 2AB | 2.2 miles | 67 | 53% | 89% | Yes |
| Chatsworth Road Medical CentreChesterfield, S40 3PY | 2.3 miles | 91 | 75% | 85% | Yes |
| North Wingfield Medical CentreChesterfield, S42 5ND | 2.5 miles | 86 | 72% | 90% | Yes |
| Inspire Health - Avenue House SurgeryChesterfield, S40 1LE | 2.5 miles | 37 | 47% | 73% | Yes |
| Royal Primary Care Chesterfield WestChesterfield, S40 4AA | 2.6 miles | 6 | 17% | 59% | Yes |
| Clay Cross Medical CentreChesterfield, S45 9NG | 2.6 miles | 11 | 45% | 62% | Yes |
| Royal Primary Care Clay CrossChesterfield, S45 9NR | 2.6 miles | 9 | 12% | 49% | Yes |
| St Lawrence Road SurgeryChesterfield, S42 5LH | 2.7 miles | 20 | 58% | 68% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Wingerworth Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Wingerworth Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01246 275228.
How do patients rate Wingerworth Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 97% of patients at Wingerworth Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 91% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 98 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Wingerworth Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Wingerworth Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 18 May 2022).
What are the opening times of Wingerworth Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, Tuesday 8am to 7pm, Wednesday 8am to 7pm, Thursday 8am to 7pm, Friday 8am to 7pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 29 April 2014. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Wingerworth Medical Centre?
Call 01246 275228 or visit its website, www.wingerworthmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Allendale Road, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, S42 6PX.
How many patients are registered at Wingerworth Medical Centre?
Around 7,720 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Hardwick 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.