GP surgery in Brighton and Hove
Beaconsfield Medical Practice
175 Preston Road, Brighton, BN1 6AG
Scores 58 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 87% of patients say their experience is good and 59% 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 47
- Easy to get through on the phone45
- Easy to contact online86
- Good experience of getting in touch61
- Did not wait too long for the appointment22
Quality of care 71
- Patients rate the surgery as good77
- Patients got what they needed75
- Doctors and nurses listen93
- Patients trust the staff64
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done5
- Meets NHS clinical targets40
- Children vaccinated on time56
What patients say
99 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
59%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
87%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 89% · 2026: 87%
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 | 59% | 57% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via website | 75% | 58% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 59% | 54% | 44% |
| Reception staff helpful | 91% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 40% | 31% | 35% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 54% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 96% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 77% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 81% | 57% | 67% |
| Waiting time was about right | 61% | 69% | 68% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 35% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 95% | 86% | 94% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 86% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 96% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 87% | 77% | 89% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 61% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 51% | 46% | 49% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 99 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 28 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 175 Preston Road, Brighton, BN1 6AG
- Phone
- 01273 552212
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.beaconsfieldmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Preston Park Community PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G81042 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Matlock Road Surgery
- 10 Matlock Road, Brighton, BN1 5BF
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 22 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 | 12.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 5.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 62% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 59% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 58% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 48% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaconsfield Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 58 | 59% | 87% | Yes |
| Stanford Medical CentreBrighton, BN1 6AG | under 0.1 miles | 64 | 71% | 82% | Yes |
| Preston Park SurgeryBrighton, BN1 6DP | 0.3 miles | 18 | 40% | 73% | Yes |
| The Haven PracticeBrighton, BN1 6HE | 0.4 miles | 91 | 91% | 91% | No |
| Seven Dials Medical CentreBrighton, BN1 3JJ | 0.6 miles | 78 | 76% | 92% | Yes |
| Charter Medical CentreHove, BN3 1RF | 0.6 miles | 76 | 71% | 90% | Yes |
| St. Peter's Medical CentreBrighton, BN1 4LA | 0.8 miles | 20 | 39% | 75% | Yes |
| Montpelier SurgeryBrighton, BN1 3FS | 0.8 miles | 94 | 87% | 91% | Yes |
| Brighton Station Health CentreBrighton, BN1 3XE | 0.8 miles | 24 | 65% | 71% | Yes |
| Brighton Station Walk-inBrighton, BN1 3XE | 0.8 miles | – | – | – | – |
Seven Dials Medical Centre is 0.6 miles away, scores 78 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Beaconsfield Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Beaconsfield Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01273 552212.
How do patients rate Beaconsfield Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 87% of patients at Beaconsfield Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 59% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 58 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Beaconsfield Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Beaconsfield Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 22 July 2016).
What are the opening times of Beaconsfield Medical Practice?
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 28 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Beaconsfield Medical Practice?
Call 01273 552212 or visit its website, www.beaconsfieldmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 175 Preston Road, Brighton, BN1 6AG.
Does Beaconsfield Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Beaconsfield Medical Practice also runs Matlock Road Surgery (10 Matlock Road, Brighton, BN1 5BF). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Beaconsfield Medical Practice?
Around 13,842 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Preston Park Community 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.