GP surgery in Colchester
East Hill Surgery
78 East Hill, Colchester, CO1 2RW
Scores 66 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 66% 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 68
- Easy to get through on the phone58
- Easy to contact online33
- Good experience of getting in touch66
- Did not wait too long for the appointment82
Quality of care 60
- Patients rate the surgery as good64
- Patients got what they needed27
- Doctors and nurses listen82
- Patients trust the staff73
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done83
- Meets NHS clinical targets13
- Children vaccinated on time14
What patients say
107 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
66%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+3
change since last year
2025: 80% · 2026: 83%
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 | 66% | 57% | 54% |
| Easy to contact via website | 51% | 58% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 42% | 54% | 38% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 79% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 34% | 31% | 39% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 70% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 86% | 84% | 78% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 69% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 76% | 57% | 63% |
| Waiting time was about right | 83% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 29% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 80% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 77% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 39% | 43% | 55% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 37% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 107 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 | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 11 May 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 78 East Hill, Colchester, CO1 2RW
- Phone
- 01206 866133
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.easthillsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Abbey Field PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81091 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Pram park
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 21 July 2016
This rating is 10 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 | 14.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 61% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 84% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 94% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 81% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Hill Surgerythis surgery | – | 66 | 66% | 83% | Yes |
| Colchester Medical PracticeColchester, CO1 2QS | under 0.1 miles | 74 | 77% | 88% | Yes |
| Beacon House MinistriesColchester, CO3 3ES | 0.6 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Creffield Medical GroupColchester, CO2 7GH | 0.9 miles | 35 | 45% | 74% | Yes |
| Abbey Field Medical CentreColchester, CO2 7UW | 1.0 miles | 24 | 45% | 66% | Yes |
| Turner Road SurgeryColchester, CO4 5JR | 1.2 miles | 36 | 60% | 75% | Yes |
| Highwoods SurgeryColchester, CO4 9SR | 1.5 miles | 23 | 55% | 70% | Yes |
| Mill Road SurgeryColchester, CO4 5LE | 1.6 miles | 60 | 50% | 84% | Yes |
| Bluebell SurgeryColchester, CO4 9YN | 1.9 miles | 66 | 81% | 77% | Yes |
| Ambrose Avenue Group PracticeColchester, CO3 4LN | 2.1 miles | 15 | 18% | 66% | Yes |
Common questions
Is East Hill Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), East Hill Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01206 866133.
How do patients rate East Hill Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at East Hill Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 66% 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 is the inspection rating for East Hill Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated East Hill Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 21 July 2016).
What are the opening times of East Hill Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 11 May 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact East Hill Surgery?
Call 01206 866133 or visit its website, www.easthillsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 78 East Hill, Colchester, CO1 2RW.
How many patients are registered at East Hill Surgery?
Around 9,477 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Abbey Field 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.