GP surgery in Colchester
Rowhedge Surgery
7 Rectory Road, Rowhedge, Colchester, CO5 7HP
Scores 28 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 66% of patients say their experience is good and 63% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 35
- Easy to get through on the phone51
- Easy to contact online11
- Good experience of getting in touch27
- Did not wait too long for the appointment44
Quality of care 24
- Patients rate the surgery as good14
- Patients got what they needed26
- Doctors and nurses listen17
- Patients trust the staff70
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done72
- Meets NHS clinical targets40
- Children vaccinated on time56
What patients say
96 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
63%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
66%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-13
change since last year
2025: 79% · 2026: 66%
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 | 63% | 57% | 81% |
| Easy to contact via website | 38% | 58% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 51% | 54% | 41% |
| Reception staff helpful | 69% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 32% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 44% | 42% | 45% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 82% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 88% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 67% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 59% | 57% | 75% |
| Waiting time was about right | 70% | 69% | 85% |
| Remote appointment | 14% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 81% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 68% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 83% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 84% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 66% | 77% | 79% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 80% | 79% | 77% |
| Supported by local services | 54% | 70% | 54% |
| Discussed managing condition | 36% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 33% | 46% | 68% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 96 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 | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 9 August 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 7 Rectory Road, Rowhedge, Colchester, CO5 7HP
- Phone
- 01206 728585
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.rowhedgesurgery.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
- F81141 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- University Health Centre
- Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ · 01206 794484
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- 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
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 5.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 1.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 5.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 6.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 42% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 85% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 91% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 91% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowhedge Surgerythis surgery | – | 28 | 63% | 66% | Yes |
| Wivenhoe SurgeryColchester, CO7 9BA | 0.7 miles | 47 | 56% | 73% | Yes |
| Abbey Field Medical CentreColchester, CO2 7UW | 2.4 miles | 24 | 45% | 66% | Yes |
| East Hill SurgeryColchester, CO1 2RW | 2.7 miles | 66 | 66% | 83% | Yes |
| Colchester Medical PracticeColchester, CO1 2QS | 2.7 miles | 74 | 77% | 88% | Yes |
| Creffield Medical GroupColchester, CO2 7GH | 2.8 miles | 35 | 45% | 74% | Yes |
| Beacon House MinistriesColchester, CO3 3ES | 3.0 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Turner Road SurgeryColchester, CO4 5JR | 3.8 miles | 36 | 60% | 75% | Yes |
| Ambrose Avenue Group PracticeColchester, CO3 4LN | 3.9 miles | 15 | 18% | 66% | Yes |
| Highwoods SurgeryColchester, CO4 9SR | 3.9 miles | 23 | 55% | 70% | Yes |
Wivenhoe Surgery is 0.7 miles away, scores 47 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Rowhedge Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Rowhedge Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01206 728585.
How do patients rate Rowhedge Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 66% of patients at Rowhedge Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 63% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 28 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Rowhedge Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 9 August 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Rowhedge Surgery?
Call 01206 728585 or visit its website, www.rowhedgesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 7 Rectory Road, Rowhedge, Colchester, CO5 7HP.
Does Rowhedge Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Rowhedge Surgery also runs University Health Centre (Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Rowhedge Surgery?
Around 16,223 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.