GP surgery in Hereford
Belmont Medical Centre
Eastholme Avenue, Belmont, Hereford, HR2 7XT
Scores 22 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 71% of patients say their experience is good and 65% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2025. 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 28
- Easy to get through on the phone57
- Easy to contact online53
- Good experience of getting in touch22
- Did not wait too long for the appointment13
Quality of care 18
- Patients rate the surgery as good25
- Patients got what they needed12
- Doctors and nurses listen6
- Patients trust the staff5
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done55
- Meets NHS clinical targets80
- Children vaccinated on time57
What patients say
83 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
65%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
71%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-6
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 71%
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 | 65% | 57% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via website | 59% | 58% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 55% |
| Reception staff helpful | 75% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 36% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 29% | 42% | 38% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 77% | 84% | 80% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 65% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 50% | 57% | 65% |
| Waiting time was about right | 55% | 69% | 61% |
| Remote appointment | 30% | 26% | 28% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 75% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 77% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 67% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 84% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 80% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 84% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 71% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 85% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 45% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 67% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 83 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 6:30pm |
| 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 11 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Eastholme Avenue, Belmont, Hereford, HR2 7XT
- Phone
- 01432 354366
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.belmontmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- The Wbc (Hereford City) PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M81093 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
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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 | 16.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 65% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 22 | 65% | 71% | Yes |
| GP Access Centre WicHereford, HR2 7JE | 0.9 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Wargrave House SurgeryHereford, HR1 2JB | 1.5 miles | 10 | 36% | 61% | Yes |
| Cantilupe SurgeryHereford, HR1 2JB | 1.5 miles | 55 | 61% | 82% | Yes |
| Hereford Medical GroupHereford, HR1 1BB | 1.9 miles | 7 | 27% | 56% | Yes |
| The Surgery KingstoneHereford, HR2 9HN | 4.5 miles | 99 | 94% | 98% | Yes |
| Much Birch SurgeryHereford, HR2 8HT | 4.9 miles | 80 | 89% | 88% | Yes |
| Fownhope Medical CentreHereford, HR1 4PZ | 6.0 miles | 64 | 79% | 79% | Yes |
| Golden Valley PracticeHereford, HR2 0EU | 8.9 miles | 87 | 77% | 89% | Yes |
| Weobley & Staunton on Wye SurgeriesHereford, HR4 8SN | 9.9 miles | 98 | 98% | 93% | Yes |
Cantilupe Surgery is 1.5 miles away, scores 55 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Belmont Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Belmont Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01432 354366.
How do patients rate Belmont Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 71% of patients at Belmont Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 65% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 22 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Belmont Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Belmont Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 November 2025).
What are the opening times of Belmont Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, 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 11 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Belmont Medical Centre?
Call 01432 354366 or visit its website, www.belmontmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Eastholme Avenue, Belmont, Hereford, HR2 7XT.
How many patients are registered at Belmont Medical Centre?
Around 10,405 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of The Wbc (Hereford City) PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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.