GP surgery in Colchester
Bluebell Surgery
Bluebell Resource Centre, Jack Andrews Drive, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9YN
Scores 66 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 77% of patients say their experience is good and 81% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 80
- Easy to get through on the phone84
- Easy to contact online65
- Good experience of getting in touch88
- Did not wait too long for the appointment56
Quality of care 43
- Patients rate the surgery as good44
- Patients got what they needed52
- Doctors and nurses listen59
- Patients trust the staff26
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done79
- Meets NHS clinical targets9
- Children vaccinated on time21
What patients say
100 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
81%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-4
change since last year
2025: 82% · 2026: 77%
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 | 81% | 57% | 67% |
| Easy to contact via website | 64% | 58% | 28% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 80% | 54% | 38% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 40% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 71% | 42% | 51% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 89% | 73% | 79% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 70% |
| Waiting time was about right | 74% | 69% | 71% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 23% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 79% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 82% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 59% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 61% | 70% | 71% |
| Discussed managing condition | 63% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 32% | 46% | 38% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 100 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 24 April 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Bluebell Resource Centre, Jack Andrews Drive, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9YN
- Phone
- 01206 855222
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Colchester PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81746 · NHS profile
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
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 10.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 85% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 95% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 81% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebell Surgerythis surgery | – | 66 | 81% | 77% | Yes |
| Highwoods SurgeryColchester, CO4 9SR | 0.4 miles | 23 | 55% | 70% | Yes |
| Turner Road SurgeryColchester, CO4 5JR | 1.0 miles | 36 | 60% | 75% | Yes |
| Mill Road SurgeryColchester, CO4 5LE | 1.1 miles | 60 | 50% | 84% | Yes |
| East Hill SurgeryColchester, CO1 2RW | 1.9 miles | 66 | 66% | 83% | Yes |
| Colchester Medical PracticeColchester, CO1 2QS | 1.9 miles | 74 | 77% | 88% | Yes |
| Beacon House MinistriesColchester, CO3 3ES | 2.3 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Creffield Medical GroupColchester, CO2 7GH | 2.7 miles | 35 | 45% | 74% | Yes |
| The Ardleigh SurgeryColchester, CO7 7LD | 2.8 miles | 44 | 61% | 78% | Yes |
| Abbey Field Medical CentreColchester, CO2 7UW | 2.9 miles | 24 | 45% | 66% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Bluebell Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Bluebell Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01206 855222.
How do patients rate Bluebell Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Bluebell Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 81% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 66 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Bluebell Surgery?
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 24 April 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Bluebell Surgery?
Call 01206 855222. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Bluebell Resource Centre, Jack Andrews Drive, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9YN.
How many patients are registered at Bluebell Surgery?
Around 3,714 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Colchester PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Essex 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.