GP surgery in Lancing and Sompting
Ball Tree Surgery
Western Road North, Sompting, Lancing, BN15 9UX
Scores 33 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 37% 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 12
- Easy to get through on the phone11
- Easy to contact online2
- Good experience of getting in touch23
- Did not wait too long for the appointment24
Quality of care 66
- Patients rate the surgery as good65
- Patients got what they needed66
- Doctors and nurses listen57
- Patients trust the staff61
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done31
- Meets NHS clinical targets85
- Children vaccinated on time75
What patients say
123 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
37%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+6
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 83%
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 | 37% | 57% | 47% |
| Easy to contact via website | 25% | 58% | 59% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 30% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 32% | 31% | 24% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 22% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 83% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 88% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 66% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 33% | 57% | 36% |
| Waiting time was about right | 62% | 69% | 76% |
| Remote appointment | 19% | 26% | 30% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 76% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 89% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 68% |
| Supported by local services | 67% | 70% | 70% |
| Discussed managing condition | 51% | 43% | 45% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 63% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 123 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 8pm |
| 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 26 February 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Western Road North, Sompting, Lancing, BN15 9UX
- Phone
- 01903 752200
- Website
- www.theballtreesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Lancing and Sompting PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H82065 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- The Kingfisher Family Practice
- 19-21 Culver Road, Lancing, BN15 9AX
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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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 | 22.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 23.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 85% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 71% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 58% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ball Tree Surgerythis surgery | – | 33 | 37% | 83% | Yes |
| The Orchard SurgeryLancing, BN15 9AG | 0.7 miles | 30 | 42% | 71% | Yes |
| New Pond Row SurgeryLancing, BN15 8AN | 0.9 miles | 2 | 14% | 47% | Yes |
| Selden Medical CentreWorthing, BN11 2LL | 1.5 miles | 93 | 82% | 96% | Yes |
| Broadwater Medical CentreWorthing, BN14 8JE | 1.6 miles | 24 | 41% | 68% | Yes |
| Victoria Road SurgeryWorthing, BN11 1XE | 2.0 miles | 65 | 40% | 87% | Yes |
| Worthing Medical GroupWorthing, BN11 4BS | 2.2 miles | 56 | 42% | 83% | Yes |
| St. Lawrence SurgeryWorthing, BN14 7JL | 2.3 miles | 80 | 58% | 92% | Yes |
| Lime Tree SurgeryWorthing, BN14 0DL | 2.8 miles | 28 | 54% | 73% | Yes |
| Adur Health PartnershipShoreham-by-Sea, BN43 5US | 2.8 miles | 31 | 49% | 79% | Yes |
Selden Medical Centre is 1.5 miles away, scores 93 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Ball Tree Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ball Tree Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01903 752200.
How do patients rate Ball Tree Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at Ball Tree Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 37% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 33 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ball Tree Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ball Tree Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 March 2026).
What are the opening times of Ball Tree Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, 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 26 February 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ball Tree Surgery?
Call 01903 752200 or visit its website, www.theballtreesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Western Road North, Sompting, Lancing, BN15 9UX.
Does Ball Tree Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Ball Tree Surgery also runs The Kingfisher Family Practice (19-21 Culver Road, Lancing, BN15 9AX). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Ball Tree Surgery?
Around 14,896 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Lancing and Sompting PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Surrey and Sussex 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.