GP surgery in Sunderland
Riverview Surgery
Riverview Health Centre, Borough Road, Sunderland, SR1 2HJ
Scores 81 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 88% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. 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 88
- Easy to get through on the phone93
- Easy to contact online96
- Good experience of getting in touch80
- Did not wait too long for the appointment69
Quality of care 68
- Patients rate the surgery as good64
- Patients got what they needed79
- Doctors and nurses listen82
- Patients trust the staff66
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done2
- Meets NHS clinical targets58
- Children vaccinated on time85
What patients say
91 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
88%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+7
change since last year
2025: 76% · 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 | 88% | 57% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via website | 84% | 58% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 79% | 54% | 80% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 20% | 31% | 29% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 47% | 42% | 42% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 76% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 82% | 57% | 72% |
| Waiting time was about right | 78% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 23% | 26% | 13% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 83% |
| Treated with care and concern | 95% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 81% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 81% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 58% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 60% |
| Discussed managing condition | 51% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 91 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 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 5 August 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Riverview Health Centre, Borough Road, Sunderland, SR1 2HJ
- Phone
- 0191 567 3393
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sunderland East PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A89002 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- 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 1 February 2019
This rating is 7 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 | 15.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 20.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 64% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 62% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 64% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 46% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 54% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 34% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Surgerythis surgery | – | 81 | 88% | 83% | Yes |
| Ashburn Medical CentreSunderland, SR1 2HJ | under 0.1 miles | 72 | 69% | 86% | Yes |
| The New City Medical GroupSunderland, SR1 2QB | 0.2 miles | 74 | 82% | 81% | Yes |
| Deerness Park Medical GroupSunderland, SR2 8AD | 0.4 miles | 17 | 52% | 68% | Yes |
| Park Lane PracticeSunderland, SR2 7BA | 0.5 miles | 61 | 81% | 75% | Yes |
| Villette SurgerySunderland, SR2 8AX | 0.6 miles | 97 | 86% | 95% | Yes |
| St Bede Medical CentreSunderland, SR6 0QQ | 0.6 miles | 45 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
| Monkwearmouth Health CentreSunderland, SR6 0AB | 0.6 miles | 70 | 88% | 80% | Yes |
| Millfield Medical GroupSunderland, SR4 7AF | 0.9 miles | 41 | 50% | 82% | Yes |
| Chester SurgerySunderland, SR4 7TU | 1.4 miles | 88 | 82% | 90% | Yes |
Villette Surgery is 0.6 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Riverview Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Riverview Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 567 3393.
How do patients rate Riverview Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at Riverview Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 88% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 81 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Riverview Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Riverview Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 1 February 2019).
What are the opening times of Riverview 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 5 August 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Riverview Surgery?
Call 0191 567 3393. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Riverview Health Centre, Borough Road, Sunderland, SR1 2HJ.
How many patients are registered at Riverview Surgery?
Around 6,991 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sunderland East 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.