GP surgery in Hebburn
Ellison View Surgery
The Glen Primary Care Centre, 30 Glen Street, Hebburn, NE31 1NU
Scores 49 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 62% of patients say their experience is good and 54% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding 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 45
- Easy to get through on the phone35
- Easy to contact online63
- Good experience of getting in touch36
- Did not wait too long for the appointment62
Quality of care 54
- Patients rate the surgery as good8
- Patients got what they needed77
- Doctors and nurses listen14
- Patients trust the staff70
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done55
- Meets NHS clinical targets91
- Children vaccinated on time98
What patients say
100 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
54%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
62%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-15
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 62%
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 | 54% | 57% | 59% |
| Easy to contact via website | 64% | 58% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 67% | 54% | 50% |
| Reception staff helpful | 75% | 85% | 70% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 28% | 31% | 26% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 81% | 84% | 87% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 74% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 32% | 57% | 58% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 72% |
| Remote appointment | 25% | 26% | 20% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 80% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 63% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 62% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 68% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 74% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 41% | 43% | 36% |
| Agreed a care plan | 40% | 46% | 55% |
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 | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 11 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Glen Primary Care Centre, 30 Glen Street, Hebburn, NE31 1NU
- Phone
- 0191 283 1610
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Tyneside West PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A88012 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 24 November 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? | Outstanding |
| Is it responsive? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 16.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 22.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 78% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 84% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 48% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 66% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellison View Surgerythis surgery | – | 49 | 54% | 62% | Yes |
| Victoria Medical CentreHebburn, NE31 1NU | under 0.1 miles | 65 | 61% | 87% | Yes |
| The Glen Medical GroupHebburn, NE31 1NU | under 0.1 miles | 31 | 55% | 75% | Yes |
| Walker Medical GroupNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 3BS | 0.9 miles | 74 | 65% | 83% | Yes |
| Mayfield Medical GroupJarrow, NE32 5SE | 1.0 miles | 60 | 59% | 83% | Yes |
| Albert Road SurgeryJarrow, NE32 5AG | 1.2 miles | 82 | 68% | 88% | Yes |
| The G.p.suiteJarrow, NE32 3UX | 1.3 miles | 56 | 79% | 79% | Yes |
| East Wing PracticeJarrow, NE32 3UX | 1.3 miles | 38 | 69% | 79% | Yes |
| Hadrian Health CentreWallsend, NE28 8QU | 1.4 miles | 55 | 57% | 79% | Yes |
| St. Anthony's Health CentreNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 2NN | 1.5 miles | 68 | 66% | 83% | Yes |
Victoria Medical Centre is under 0.1 miles away, scores 65 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Ellison View Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ellison View Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 283 1610.
How do patients rate Ellison View Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 62% of patients at Ellison View Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 54% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 49 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ellison View Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ellison View Surgery as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 24 November 2016).
What are the opening times of Ellison View Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 11 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ellison View Surgery?
Call 0191 283 1610. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Glen Primary Care Centre, 30 Glen Street, Hebburn, NE31 1NU.
How many patients are registered at Ellison View Surgery?
Around 6,049 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Tyneside West PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East and North Cumbria 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.