GP surgery in Hockley and Hawkwell

The Greensward Surgery

Greensward Lane, Hockley, SS5 5HQ

Taking on new patientsInspection: Good6,341 patients

Scores 86 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 87% of patients say their experience is good and 75% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. It is taking on new patients.

Excellent Scores higher than 86% of GP surgeries in England. 1st of 2 in Hockley and Hawkwell Based on 109 patient survey replies, the inspection rating and NHS records.

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 85

  • Easy to get through on the phone74
  • Easy to contact online49
  • Good experience of getting in touch87
  • Did not wait too long for the appointment85

Quality of care 83

  • Patients rate the surgery as good76
  • Patients got what they needed92
  • Doctors and nurses listen40
  • Patients trust the staff36
  • Inspection rating (Good)50
  • Health checks and screening done98
  • Meets NHS clinical targets93
  • Children vaccinated on time91

What patients say

109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.

75%

find the phone easy

well above the England average (57%)

86%

say their experience is good

well above the England average (77%)

-3

change since last year

2025: 89% · 2026: 87%

Getting in touch

Contacted the surgery by phone81%
Had their call answered straight away26%
Gave up or got no answer0%
Knew what would happen next straight away75%

The appointment

Were seen the same day48%
Waited more than a week25%
Were seen face to face90%
Saw a GP (rather than a nurse or other staff)71%
All survey questions, compared with England
What patients saidThis surgeryEnglandLast year
Getting in touch
Easy to get through by phone 75% 57% 66%
Easy to contact via website 58% 58% 48%
Easy to contact via NHS App 45% 54% 24%
Reception staff helpful 95% 85% 92%
Seeing the same person
Has a preferred clinician 15% 31% 15%
Sees preferred clinician 63% 42% 50%
What happened when they got in touch
Knew what would happen next 95% 84% 93%
Next steps within 2 days 92% 93% 99%
Good experience of contacting 88% 73% 82%
The appointment
Offered a choice of time or day 71% 57% 62%
Waiting time was about right 84% 69% 88%
Remote appointment 10% 26% 11%
The doctor or nurse
Good at listening 86% 87% 95%
Treated with care and concern 85% 86% 92%
Considered mental wellbeing 73% 75% 82%
Had all the information needed 96% 92% 96%
Confidence and trust 92% 93% 97%
Involved in decisions 98% 92% 98%
Needs were met 97% 90% 95%
Overall
Overall experience good 86% 77% 89%
Living with a long-term condition
Confident managing conditions 92% 79% 92%
Supported by local services 91% 70% 79%
Discussed managing condition 48% 43% 32%
Agreed a care plan 36% 46% 50%

Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.

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Opening times and contact

Monday8am to 6:30pm
Tuesday8am to 6:30pm
Wednesday8am to 6:30pm
Thursday8am to 6:30pm
Friday8am to 6:30pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Confirmed by the surgery on 5 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.

Address
Greensward Lane, Hockley, SS5 5HQ
Phone
01702 202353
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.greenswardsurgery.com
Online
Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
Works with
Rayleigh and District PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
NHS code
F81066 · NHS profile

Access and facilities

  • Bus stop nearby
  • Disabled car parking
  • Free NHS WiFi
  • Free on-site car parking
  • Sign language interpreter available online
  • Step-free access at entrances and exits
  • Step-free access throughout
  • Toilets
  • Translation services
  • Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
  • Wheelchair access throughout

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Inspection rating

By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator

Good

overall, from the inspection published 23 May 2022

Read the inspection report

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

6,341registered patients
Among the best offhow well off the local area is
86.1years life expectancy locally (England 83.0)

Common health conditions

ConditionHereEngland
Hypertension19.9%15.2%
Diabetes7.8%7.9%
Asthma6.8%6.6%
COPD1.7%1.9%
Coronary heart disease3.7%3.0%
Depression10.1%14.3%
Obesity11.1%13.9%
Smoking7.8%13.5%

Health checks done

CheckHereEngland
Cervical screening, women 25-4989%67%
Cervical screening, women 50-6487%75%
Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80)82%68%
Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+)94%87%
Diabetes: blood pressure on target85%75%
Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target68%57%
Diabetes: annual foot check89%78%
Asthma: annual review69%66%
SurgeryDistanceScoreEasy by phoneRated goodNew patients
The Greensward Surgerythis surgery8675%87%Yes
Church View SurgeryHockley, SS5 4PZ0.7 miles2426%71%Yes
Ashingdon Medical CentreRochford, SS4 3BW1.0 miles9585%89%Yes
The Practice Leecon WayRochford, SS4 1TU1.8 miles7768%85%Yes
Dr Puzey,dr Kothari and Dr NandaRochford, SS4 1AY2.4 miles4843%81%Yes
Scott Park SurgerySouthend-on-Sea, SS2 6XY2.5 miles9792%91%Yes
Conner & PartnersHockley, SS5 6JH2.7 miles9074%94%Yes
Downhall Park SurgeryRayleigh, SS6 9QD2.8 miles5051%76%Yes
Dr Malik - Kent Elms Health CentreLeigh-on-Sea, SS9 5UU3.0 miles7477%84%Yes
Dr Krishnan & Ptnr - Kent Elms Health CentreLeigh-on-Sea, SS9 5UU3.0 miles2944%73%Yes

Scott Park Surgery is 2.5 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.

Common questions

Is The Greensward Surgery taking on new patients?

Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Greensward Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01702 202353.

How do patients rate The Greensward Surgery?

In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 87% of patients at The Greensward Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 75% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 86 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.

What is the inspection rating for The Greensward Surgery?

The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Greensward Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 23 May 2022).

What are the opening times of The Greensward Surgery?

Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 5 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.

How do I contact The Greensward Surgery?

Call 01702 202353 or visit its website, www.greenswardsurgery.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Greensward Lane, Hockley, SS5 5HQ.

How many patients are registered at The Greensward Surgery?

Around 6,341 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Rayleigh and District 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.