About this practice

Sutton Valence Group Practice is an NHS GP surgery located at South Lane, Sutton Valence, Maidstone, ME17 3BD. The practice serves 7,424 registered patients.

The practice holds an Outstanding rating — the highest possible — from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), based on its most recent inspection on 4 November 2019. CQC rated the practice as: Safe (Good), Effective (Good), Caring (Outstanding), Responsive (Outstanding), Well-led (Good). In the 2025 GP Patient Survey, 70% of respondents described their overall experience as good — 5 percentage points below the national average, which is broadly in line with the national average.

In December 2025, the practice delivered 3,163 appointments. 73% were face-to-face consultations, with 17% by telephone.

In terms of clinical outcomes, the practice has mixed results across key Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) indicators. Notable results include: COPD: review in the preceding 12 months (94%), Cervical screening: women aged 50–64 screened (80%), Mental health: comprehensive care plan in place (81%). Areas for monitoring include Hypertension: blood pressure ≤ 140/90 (under 80) at 58%.

Other GP practices nearby include Hmp East Sutton Park (0.9 miles), Langley (1.8 miles, CQC: Good), and Wallis Avenue (2.7 miles, CQC: Good). Compare these practices side by side →