GP surgery in Brighton and Hove
Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre
Health & Wellbeing Centre, Newick House, University of Sussex,refectory Road, Brighton, BN1 9DN
Scores 30 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 70% of patients say their experience is good and 67% 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 60
- Easy to get through on the phone60
- Easy to contact online54
- Good experience of getting in touch57
- Did not wait too long for the appointment59
Quality of care 3
- Patients rate the surgery as good21
- Patients got what they needed3
- Doctors and nurses listen10
- Patients trust the staff6
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done0
- Meets NHS clinical targets1
- Children vaccinated on time1
What patients say
61 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
67%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
70%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-10
change since last year
2025: 80% · 2026: 70%
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 | 67% | 57% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via website | 60% | 58% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 52% | 54% | 59% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 27% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 76% | 42% | 58% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 96% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 88% |
| Good experience of contacting | 78% | 73% | 82% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 69% | 57% | 75% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 46% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 78% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 76% | 86% | 80% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 87% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 84% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 86% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 79% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 70% | 77% | 80% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 77% | 79% | 91% |
| Supported by local services | 64% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 57% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 61 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 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Health & Wellbeing Centre, Newick House, University of Sussex,refectory Road, Brighton, BN1 9DN
- Phone
- 01273 249049
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.unimed.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North & Central Brighton PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G81071 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- 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 14 December 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 | 0.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 0.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 2.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 7.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 1.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 21% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 65% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 44% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 77% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 44% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 60% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 43% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centrethis surgery | – | 30 | 67% | 70% | Yes |
| Carden SurgeryBrighton, BN1 8DD | 1.8 miles | 65 | 69% | 94% | Yes |
| Warmdene SurgeryBrighton, BN1 8DD | 1.8 miles | 88 | 77% | 90% | Yes |
| The Avenue SurgeryBrighton, BN2 4GF | 2.0 miles | 3 | 19% | 59% | Yes |
| Woodingdean Medical CentreBrighton, BN2 6BA | 2.3 miles | 23 | 36% | 72% | Yes |
| School House SurgeryBrighton, BN1 7GF | 2.4 miles | 12 | 51% | 68% | Yes |
| The Haven PracticeBrighton, BN1 6HE | 3.0 miles | 91 | 91% | 91% | No |
| Park Crescent Health CentreBrighton, BN2 3HP | 3.1 miles | 10 | 34% | 61% | Yes |
| Broadway SurgeryBrighton, BN2 5FL | 3.1 miles | 48 | 69% | 85% | Yes |
| Wellsbourne Healthcare CicBrighton, BN2 5FL | 3.1 miles | 67 | 60% | 83% | Yes |
Carden Surgery is 1.8 miles away, scores 65 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01273 249049.
How do patients rate Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 70% of patients at Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 67% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 30 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 14 December 2016).
What are the opening times of Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre?
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 5pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre?
Call 01273 249049 or visit its website, www.unimed.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Health & Wellbeing Centre, Newick House, University of Sussex,refectory Road, Brighton, BN1 9DN.
How many patients are registered at Health Centre University of Sussex Health Centre?
Around 18,782 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North & 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.