GP surgery in Uckfield
The Meads Surgery
Bell Farm Road, Uckfield, TN22 1BA
Scores 33 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 50% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2025. 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 19
- Easy to get through on the phone28
- Easy to contact online11
- Good experience of getting in touch39
- Did not wait too long for the appointment12
Quality of care 57
- Patients rate the surgery as good61
- Patients got what they needed33
- Doctors and nurses listen33
- Patients trust the staff15
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done92
- Meets NHS clinical targets98
- Children vaccinated on time82
What patients say
102 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
50%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+16
change since last year
2025: 66% · 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 | 50% | 57% | 39% |
| Easy to contact via website | 38% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 39% | 54% | 39% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 75% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 24% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 17% | 42% | 32% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 71% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 82% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 64% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 72% | 57% | 44% |
| Waiting time was about right | 55% | 69% | 47% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 90% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 88% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 80% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 66% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 94% | 79% | 71% |
| Supported by local services | 76% | 70% | 62% |
| Discussed managing condition | 39% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 43% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 102 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 | 7:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 7:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 29 July 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Bell Farm Road, Uckfield, TN22 1BA
- Phone
- 01825 766055
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.themeadssurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Greater Wealden PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G81037 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Parent and baby room
- 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
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 | 17.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 80% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 65% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 90% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 77% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Meads Surgerythis surgery | – | 33 | 50% | 82% | Yes |
| Bird-in-Eye SurgeryUckfield, TN22 5AW | 0.7 miles | 43 | 55% | 81% | Yes |
| Buxted Medical CentreUckfield, TN22 5FD | 2.2 miles | 15 | 28% | 63% | Yes |
| Wealden Ridge Medical PartnershipLewes, BN8 4LR | 3.3 miles | 24 | 46% | 77% | Yes |
| Saxonbury House SurgeryCrowborough, TN6 1DL | 6.9 miles | 32 | 25% | 70% | Yes |
| Rotherfield SurgeryCrowborough, TN6 2ED | 6.9 miles | 8 | 36% | 66% | Yes |
| Beacon SurgeryCrowborough, TN6 1AH | 6.9 miles | 84 | 64% | 90% | Yes |
| Foundry Healthcare LewesLewes, BN7 2LU | 7.5 miles | 23 | 42% | 78% | Yes |
| Northlands Wood SurgeryHaywards Heath, RH16 3TG | 7.7 miles | 27 | 49% | 73% | Yes |
| Woodhill SurgeryMayfield, TN20 6BW | 7.8 miles | 90 | 89% | 91% | Yes |
Beacon Surgery is 6.9 miles away, scores 84 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Meads Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Meads Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01825 766055.
How do patients rate The Meads Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at The Meads Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 50% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 33 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Meads Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Meads Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 September 2025).
What are the opening times of The Meads Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 7:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 7:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 7:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 29 July 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Meads Surgery?
Call 01825 766055 or visit its website, www.themeadssurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Bell Farm Road, Uckfield, TN22 1BA.
How many patients are registered at The Meads Surgery?
Around 9,757 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Greater Wealden 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.