GP surgery in Brighton and Hove
Broadway Surgery
Wellsbourne Health Centre, 179 Whitehawk Road, Brighton, BN2 5FL
Scores 48 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 85% of patients say their experience is good and 69% 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 33
- Easy to get through on the phone64
- Easy to contact online9
- Good experience of getting in touch28
- Did not wait too long for the appointment26
Quality of care 68
- Patients rate the surgery as good72
- Patients got what they needed92
- Doctors and nurses listen78
- Patients trust the staff80
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done16
- Meets NHS clinical targets1
- Children vaccinated on time6
What patients say
97 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
69%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
85%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 87% · 2026: 85%
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 | 69% | 57% | 81% |
| Easy to contact via website | 36% | 58% | 51% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 52% | 54% | 65% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 87% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 62% | 31% | 72% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 61% | 42% | 70% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 82% | 84% | 76% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 68% | 73% | 73% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 56% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 79% |
| Remote appointment | 50% | 26% | 44% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 96% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 96% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 85% | 77% | 87% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 83% | 70% | 71% |
| Discussed managing condition | 60% | 43% | 67% |
| Agreed a care plan | 56% | 46% | 59% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 97 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 | 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 1pm |
| Friday | 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 November 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Wellsbourne Health Centre, 179 Whitehawk Road, Brighton, BN2 5FL
- Phone
- 01273 600888
- Website
- www.thebroadwaysurgerywhitehawk.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- East & Central Brighton PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G81669 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle 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 | 21.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 11.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 5.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 30.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 26.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 68% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 62% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 61% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 65% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 68% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Surgerythis surgery | – | 48 | 69% | 85% | Yes |
| Wellsbourne Healthcare CicBrighton, BN2 5FL | under 0.1 miles | 67 | 60% | 83% | Yes |
| Park Crescent Health CentreBrighton, BN2 3HP | 1.1 miles | 10 | 34% | 61% | Yes |
| Ardingly Court SurgeryBrighton, BN2 1SS | 1.2 miles | 90 | 73% | 92% | Yes |
| Arch HealthcareBrighton, BN2 9DH | 1.2 miles | 98 | 93% | 100% | No |
| St. Peter's Medical CentreBrighton, BN1 4LA | 1.3 miles | 20 | 39% | 75% | Yes |
| Regency SurgeryBrighton, BN1 1FZ | 1.3 miles | 67 | 79% | 80% | No |
| Pavilion SurgeryBrighton, BN1 1EJ | 1.3 miles | 86 | 85% | 91% | Yes |
| The Avenue SurgeryBrighton, BN2 4GF | 1.3 miles | 3 | 19% | 59% | Yes |
| Woodingdean Medical CentreBrighton, BN2 6BA | 1.4 miles | 23 | 36% | 72% | Yes |
Wellsbourne Healthcare Cic is under 0.1 miles away, scores 67 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Broadway Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Broadway Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01273 600888.
How do patients rate Broadway Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 85% of patients at Broadway Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 69% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 48 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Broadway Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Broadway Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 27 January 2026).
What are the opening times of Broadway Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm, Tuesday 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm, Wednesday 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm, Thursday 9am to 1pm, Friday 9am to 1pm 3pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 November 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Broadway Surgery?
Call 01273 600888 or visit its website, www.thebroadwaysurgerywhitehawk.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Wellsbourne Health Centre, 179 Whitehawk Road, Brighton, BN2 5FL.
How many patients are registered at Broadway Surgery?
Around 2,196 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of East & Central Brighton 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.