GP surgery in Portsmouth
Derby Road Group Practice
Derby Road Surgery, 27-29 Derby Road, Portsmouth, PO2 8HP
Scores 58 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 78% 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 57
- Easy to get through on the phone45
- Easy to contact online39
- Good experience of getting in touch42
- Did not wait too long for the appointment86
Quality of care 57
- Patients rate the surgery as good44
- Patients got what they needed60
- Doctors and nurses listen69
- Patients trust the staff24
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done93
- Meets NHS clinical targets64
- Children vaccinated on time43
What patients say
117 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
59%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 78%
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% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via website | 54% | 58% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 55% | 54% | 35% |
| Reception staff helpful | 86% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 29% | 31% | 10% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 64% | 42% | 32% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 81% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 73% | 73% | 73% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 43% | 57% | 49% |
| Waiting time was about right | 85% | 69% | 68% |
| Remote appointment | 33% | 26% | 31% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 71% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 90% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 89% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 69% | 70% | 59% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 117 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 7:15pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 7pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 December 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Derby Road Surgery, 27-29 Derby Road, Portsmouth, PO2 8HP
- Phone
- 023 9200 9265
- Website
- www.derbyroadgrouppractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Island City PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J82149 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Copnor Road Surgery
- 358 Copnor Road, Portsmouth, PO3 5EL
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 27 October 2016
This rating is 9 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 | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 69% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 84% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 91% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 91% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Road Group Practicethis surgery | – | 58 | 59% | 78% | Yes |
| Portsdown Group PracticePortsmouth, PO2 8AL | 0.2 miles | 11 | 31% | 61% | Yes |
| Island City PracticePortsmouth, PO1 4JT | 0.8 miles | 18 | 39% | 73% | Yes |
| Kirklands SurgeryPortsmouth, PO3 5AF | 0.8 miles | 23 | 49% | 76% | Yes |
| The Unicity Medical CentrePortsmouth, PO1 1EA | 1.0 miles | 30 | 73% | 71% | Yes |
| The Lighthouse Group PracticeSouthsea, PO5 1AT | 1.3 miles | 1 | 22% | 47% | Yes |
| East Shore PartnershipPortsmouth, PO3 6DW | 1.4 miles | 11 | 51% | 69% | Yes |
| Trafalgar Medical Group PracticeSouthsea, PO5 3ND | 2.2 miles | 17 | 41% | 73% | Yes |
| Craneswater Group PracticeSouthsea, PO5 2PW | 2.3 miles | 18 | 38% | 72% | Yes |
| The Drayton SurgeryPortsmouth, PO6 1PA | 2.7 miles | 57 | 65% | 72% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Derby Road Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Derby Road Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 023 9200 9265.
How do patients rate Derby Road Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Derby Road Group 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 Derby Road Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Derby Road Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 27 October 2016).
What are the opening times of Derby Road Group Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 7:15pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 7pm, Thursday 8am to 7pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 December 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Derby Road Group Practice?
Call 023 9200 9265 or visit its website, www.derbyroadgrouppractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Derby Road Surgery, 27-29 Derby Road, Portsmouth, PO2 8HP.
Does Derby Road Group Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Derby Road Group Practice also runs Copnor Road Surgery (358 Copnor Road, Portsmouth, PO3 5EL). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Derby Road Group Practice?
Around 16,886 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Island City PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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.