GP surgery in County Durham
The Horden Group Practice
Sea View Health Centre, Fourth Street, Horden, Peterlee, SR8 4LD
Scores 96 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 96% of patients say their experience is good and 97% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 93
- Easy to get through on the phone99
- Easy to contact online95
- Good experience of getting in touch100
- Did not wait too long for the appointment63
Quality of care 97
- Patients rate the surgery as good97
- Patients got what they needed87
- Doctors and nurses listen96
- Patients trust the staff93
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done79
- Meets NHS clinical targets76
- Children vaccinated on time71
What patients say
92 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
97%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
96%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+9
change since last year
2025: 87% · 2026: 96%
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 | 97% | 57% | 90% |
| Easy to contact via website | 82% | 58% | 84% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 92% | 54% | 88% |
| Reception staff helpful | 99% | 85% | 98% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 46% | 31% | 45% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 55% | 42% | 55% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 97% | 84% | 94% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 98% | 73% | 89% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 82% | 57% | 71% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 21% | 26% | 25% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 97% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 96% | 86% | 87% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 92% | 75% | 83% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 98% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 96% | 77% | 87% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 69% |
| Supported by local services | 90% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 59% | 43% | 51% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 49% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 92 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.
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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 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 |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Sea View Health Centre, Fourth Street, Horden, Peterlee, SR8 4LD
- Phone
- 0191 586 4210
- Website
- www.hordengrouppractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Easington Central PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A83044 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Peterlee Health Centre
- Bede Way, Peterlee, SR8 1AD · 0191 5870808
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 27 September 2018
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 | 18.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 21.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 17.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 84% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Horden Group Practicethis surgery | – | 96 | 97% | 96% | Yes |
| William Brown CentrePeterlee, SR8 5TW | 0.8 miles | 45 | 64% | 71% | Yes |
| Blackhall and Peterlee PracticeHartlepool, TS27 4LQ | 1.5 miles | 32 | 61% | 69% | Yes |
| Southdene Medical CentreDurham, DH6 2LT | 2.9 miles | 93 | 91% | 95% | Yes |
| Bevan Medical GroupDurham, DH6 2LQ | 3.0 miles | 91 | 90% | 83% | Yes |
| Wingate Medical Practice IntrahealthWingate, TS28 5PZ | 3.7 miles | 92 | 91% | 90% | Yes |
| East Durham Medical GroupWingate, TS28 5PZ | 3.7 miles | 84 | 68% | 83% | Yes |
| Silverdale Family PracticeDurham, DH6 2TH | 4.6 miles | 100 | 97% | 96% | Yes |
| Murton Medical CentreSeaham, SR7 9AB | 4.6 miles | 88 | 80% | 93% | Yes |
| Marlborough SurgerySeaham, SR7 7JE | 5.1 miles | 76 | 69% | 86% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Horden Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Horden Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 586 4210.
How do patients rate The Horden Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 96% of patients at The Horden Group Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 97% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 96 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Horden Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Horden Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 27 September 2018).
What are the opening times of The Horden Group Practice?
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 20 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Horden Group Practice?
Call 0191 586 4210 or visit its website, www.hordengrouppractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Sea View Health Centre, Fourth Street, Horden, Peterlee, SR8 4LD.
Does The Horden Group Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Horden Group Practice also runs Peterlee Health Centre (Bede Way, Peterlee, SR8 1AD). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Horden Group Practice?
Around 8,291 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Easington Central 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.