GP surgery in Hangleton
Hove Medical Centre
West Way, Hove, BN3 8LD
Scores 52 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 82% 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 Good in 2021. 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 50
- Easy to get through on the phone36
- Easy to contact online72
- Good experience of getting in touch48
- Did not wait too long for the appointment58
Quality of care 54
- Patients rate the surgery as good62
- Patients got what they needed15
- Doctors and nurses listen58
- Patients trust the staff35
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done73
- Meets NHS clinical targets67
- Children vaccinated on time78
What patients say
123 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
54%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 74% · 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 | 54% | 57% | 53% |
| Easy to contact via website | 67% | 58% | 25% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 34% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 89% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 23% | 31% | 36% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 59% | 42% | 11% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 81% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 75% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 64% | 57% | 53% |
| Waiting time was about right | 74% | 69% | 73% |
| Remote appointment | 31% | 26% | 42% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 74% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 86% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 70% |
| Discussed managing condition | 38% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 53% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 123 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 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm 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 10 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- West Way, Hove, BN3 8LD
- Phone
- 01273 430088
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.hovemedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- West Hove PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G81001 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 23 July 2021
This rating is 5 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 | 14.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 68% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 75% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hove Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 52 | 54% | 82% | Yes |
| Links Road SurgeryBrighton, BN41 1XH | 0.8 miles | 82 | 82% | 82% | – |
| Wish Park SurgeryHove, BN3 5JA | 0.8 miles | 35 | 57% | 73% | Yes |
| Portslade Health CentreBrighton, BN41 1LX | 1.1 miles | 51 | 50% | 83% | Yes |
| Trinity Medical CentreHove, BN3 3AT | 1.4 miles | 82 | 59% | 93% | Yes |
| Mile Oak Medical CentreBrighton, BN41 2WF | 1.4 miles | 33 | 47% | 76% | Yes |
| Charter Medical CentreHove, BN3 1RF | 1.9 miles | 76 | 71% | 90% | Yes |
| Stanford Medical CentreBrighton, BN1 6AG | 2.1 miles | 64 | 71% | 82% | Yes |
| Beaconsfield Medical PracticeBrighton, BN1 6AG | 2.1 miles | 58 | 59% | 87% | Yes |
| Wellbn HealthcareHove, BN3 1AE | 2.2 miles | 10 | 37% | 68% | Yes |
Trinity Medical Centre is 1.4 miles away, scores 82 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Hove Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Hove Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01273 430088.
How do patients rate Hove Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Hove Medical Centre 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 52 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Hove Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Hove Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 23 July 2021).
What are the opening times of Hove Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm 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 10 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Hove Medical Centre?
Call 01273 430088 or visit its website, www.hovemedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is West Way, Hove, BN3 8LD.
How many patients are registered at Hove Medical Centre?
Around 9,121 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of West Hove 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.