GP surgery in Hartlepool
The Patel Practice
Station Lane, Hartlepool, TS25 1AX
Scores 80 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 89% of patients say their experience is good and 91% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 68
- Easy to get through on the phone96
- Easy to contact online62
- Good experience of getting in touch88
- Did not wait too long for the appointment13
Quality of care 89
- Patients rate the surgery as good82
- Patients got what they needed85
- Doctors and nurses listen74
- Patients trust the staff94
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done89
- Meets NHS clinical targets52
- Children vaccinated on time54
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
91%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
88%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+10
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 89%
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 | 91% | 57% | 86% |
| Easy to contact via website | 63% | 58% | 71% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 70% | 54% | 57% |
| Reception staff helpful | 96% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 26% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 65% | 42% | 64% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 84% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 88% | 73% | 80% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 76% | 57% | 74% |
| Waiting time was about right | 55% | 69% | 46% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 92% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 87% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 86% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 87% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 88% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 88% | 79% | 87% |
| Supported by local services | 77% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 59% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 110 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 July 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Station Lane, Hartlepool, TS25 1AX
- Phone
- 01429 278827
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Hartlepool PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A81612 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Wheelchair access
- Car 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 | 21.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 80% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 67% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Patel Practicethis surgery | – | 80 | 91% | 89% | Yes |
| McKenzie House SurgeryHartlepool, TS25 1QU | 1.2 miles | 21 | 35% | 68% | Yes |
| Chadwick PracticeHartlepool, TS24 7PW | 1.8 miles | 54 | 50% | 75% | Yes |
| Bankhouse SurgeryHartlepool, TS24 7PW | 1.8 miles | 19 | 44% | 74% | Yes |
| Havelock Grange PracticeHartlepool, TS24 7PW | 1.8 miles | 12 | 30% | 60% | Yes |
| West Quay Medical PracticeHartlepool, TS26 8DB | 2.0 miles | 42 | 55% | 80% | Yes |
| McKenzie Group PracticeHartlepool, TS25 3DQ | 2.0 miles | 7 | 21% | 54% | Yes |
| Gladstone House SurgeryHartlepool, TS26 8DF | 2.0 miles | 19 | 42% | 58% | Yes |
| The Headland Medical CentreHartlepool, TS24 0NZ | 2.4 miles | 65 | 74% | 76% | Yes |
| Hart Medical PracticeHartlepool, TS24 9DN | 3.3 miles | 25 | 52% | 75% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Patel Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Patel Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01429 278827.
How do patients rate The Patel Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 89% of patients at The Patel Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 91% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 80 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Patel Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Patel Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 27 August 2026).
What are the opening times of The Patel Practice?
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 July 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Patel Practice?
Call 01429 278827. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Station Lane, Hartlepool, TS25 1AX.
How many patients are registered at The Patel Practice?
Around 4,014 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Hartlepool 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.