GP surgery in Grimsby
Dr A Sinha
Cromwell Primary Care Centre, Cromwell Road, Grimsby, DN31 2BH
Scores 47 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 72% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. 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 54
- Easy to get through on the phone69
- Easy to contact online7
- Good experience of getting in touch73
- Did not wait too long for the appointment34
Quality of care 36
- Patients rate the surgery as good59
- Patients got what they needed18
- Doctors and nurses listen25
- Patients trust the staff35
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done3
- Meets NHS clinical targets64
- Children vaccinated on time93
What patients say
137 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
72%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 73% · 2026: 82%
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 | 72% | 57% | 79% |
| Easy to contact via website | 34% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 61% | 54% | 65% |
| Reception staff helpful | 93% | 85% | 99% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 24% | 42% | 32% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 81% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 83% | 73% | 77% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 69% |
| Waiting time was about right | 66% | 69% | 84% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 27% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 80% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 76% |
| Had all the information needed | 85% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 89% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 73% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 70% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 31% |
| Agreed a care plan | 24% | 46% | 38% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 137 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
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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 7:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 April 2014. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Cromwell Primary Care Centre, Cromwell Road, Grimsby, DN31 2BH
- Phone
- 01472 344989
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Panacea PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B81108 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Laceby Village Surgery
- The Alehouse, 6 Caistor Road, Laceby, Grimsby, DN37 7HX
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- 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
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Sign language interpreter available in-person
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Requires improvement |
| 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 | 15.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 17.1% | 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) | 47% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 85% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 60% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 48% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 59% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr A Sinhathis surgery | – | 47 | 72% | 82% | Yes |
| Core Care Family PracticeGrimsby, DN31 2BH | under 0.1 miles | 24 | 54% | 67% | Yes |
| Woodfield MedicalGrimsby, DN34 4GB | 0.3 miles | 51 | 58% | 73% | Yes |
| Littlefield SurgeryGrimsby, DN34 4GB | 0.3 miles | 98 | 99% | 96% | No |
| Birkwood Medical CentreGrimsby, DN34 5DX | 0.8 miles | 90 | 78% | 87% | Yes |
| Pelham Medical GroupGrimsby, DN31 1QZ | 0.8 miles | 68 | 62% | 85% | Yes |
| Raj Medical CentreGrimsby, DN34 5LP | 1.2 miles | 52 | 75% | 77% | Yes |
| Open DoorGrimsby, DN32 7DL | 1.7 miles | 20 | 59% | 74% | Yes |
| Quayside Medical CentreGrimsby, DN32 7DL | 1.7 miles | 56 | 66% | 83% | Yes |
| Dr P Suresh BabuGrimsby, DN32 9SW | 1.9 miles | 100 | 98% | 97% | Yes |
Birkwood Medical Centre is 0.8 miles away, scores 90 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Dr A Sinha taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Dr A Sinha was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01472 344989.
How do patients rate Dr A Sinha?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Dr A Sinha said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 72% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 47 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Dr A Sinha?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Dr A Sinha as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 August 2022).
What are the opening times of Dr A Sinha?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 7:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 April 2014. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Dr A Sinha?
Call 01472 344989. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Cromwell Primary Care Centre, Cromwell Road, Grimsby, DN31 2BH.
Does Dr A Sinha have a branch surgery?
Yes. Dr A Sinha also runs Laceby Village Surgery (The Alehouse, 6 Caistor Road, Laceby, Grimsby, DN37 7HX). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Dr A Sinha?
Around 4,538 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Panacea PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Humber and North Yorkshire 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.