GP surgery in South Hams
Yealm Medical Centre
Market Street, Yealmpton, Plymouth, PL8 2EA
Scores 70 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 84% of patients say their experience is good and 60% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 69
- Easy to get through on the phone47
- Easy to contact online42
- Good experience of getting in touch86
- Did not wait too long for the appointment71
Quality of care 68
- Patients rate the surgery as good67
- Patients got what they needed68
- Doctors and nurses listen56
- Patients trust the staff60
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done30
- Meets NHS clinical targets81
- Children vaccinated on time93
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
60%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
84%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 76% · 2026: 84%
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 | 60% | 57% | 53% |
| Easy to contact via website | 55% | 58% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 52% | 54% | 52% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 37% | 31% | 33% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 56% | 42% | 40% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 84% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 88% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 60% | 57% | 58% |
| Waiting time was about right | 78% | 69% | 66% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 35% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 64% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 84% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 90% | 79% | 88% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 78% |
| Discussed managing condition | 57% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 46% |
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
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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 12 June 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Market Street, Yealmpton, Plymouth, PL8 2EA
- Phone
- 01752 880567
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.yealmmedical.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Mewstone PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L83081 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Newton Ferrers Branch Surgery
- Bishops Court, Newton Hill, Newton Ferrers, Plymouth, PL8 1AA
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Autism training for staff
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Enhanced lighting
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Sign language interpreter available in-person
- Sign language interpreter available online
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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 | 19.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 60% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 65% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 72% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 54% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yealm Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 70 | 60% | 84% | Yes |
| Pathfields Medical GroupPlymouth, PL7 1AD | 3.6 miles | 8 | 24% | 54% | Yes |
| Beacon Medical GroupPlymouth, PL7 1AD | 3.6 miles | 3 | 21% | 50% | Yes |
| Wembury SurgeryPlymouth, PL9 0BE | 3.8 miles | 95 | 84% | 93% | Yes |
| Church View SurgeryPlymouth, PL9 9BN | 3.9 miles | 50 | 54% | 82% | Yes |
| Dean Cross SurgeryPlymouth, PL9 9DL | 4.4 miles | 66 | 41% | 83% | Yes |
| Modbury Health CentreIvybridge, PL21 0QL | 4.8 miles | 94 | 96% | 93% | Yes |
| Wycliffe SurgeryPlymouth, PL4 0BZ | 5.7 miles | 53 | 71% | 80% | Yes |
| Elm SurgeryPlymouth, PL6 8UF | 6.0 miles | 65 | 67% | 81% | Yes |
| Friary House SurgeryPlymouth, PL4 9BH | 6.0 miles | 8 | 19% | 62% | Yes |
Wembury Surgery is 3.8 miles away, scores 95 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Yealm Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Yealm Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01752 880567.
How do patients rate Yealm Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 84% of patients at Yealm Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 60% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 70 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Yealm Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Yealm Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 June 2026).
What are the opening times of Yealm Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 12 June 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Yealm Medical Centre?
Call 01752 880567 or visit its website, www.yealmmedical.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Market Street, Yealmpton, Plymouth, PL8 2EA.
Does Yealm Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Yealm Medical Centre also runs Newton Ferrers Branch Surgery (Bishops Court, Newton Hill, Newton Ferrers, Plymouth, PL8 1AA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Yealm Medical Centre?
Around 6,384 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Mewstone 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.