GP surgery in Newham
The Practice Albert Road
Kennard Street Health Centre, 76 Albert Road, London, E16 2DY
Scores 2 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 60% of patients say their experience is good and 29% 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 1
- Easy to get through on the phone5
- Easy to contact online1
- Good experience of getting in touch1
- Did not wait too long for the appointment6
Quality of care 6
- Patients rate the surgery as good7
- Patients got what they needed2
- Doctors and nurses listen17
- Patients trust the staff23
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done42
- Meets NHS clinical targets27
- Children vaccinated on time8
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
29%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
60%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+18
change since last year
2025: 42% · 2026: 60%
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 | 29% | 57% | 27% |
| Easy to contact via website | 22% | 58% | 23% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 30% | 54% | 19% |
| Reception staff helpful | 63% | 85% | 56% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 16% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 15% | 42% | 29% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 65% | 84% | 56% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 86% | 93% | 100% |
| Good experience of contacting | 41% | 73% | 33% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 38% | 57% | 38% |
| Waiting time was about right | 49% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 39% | 26% | 52% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 81% | 87% | 75% |
| Treated with care and concern | 78% | 86% | 70% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 67% | 75% | 59% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 79% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 88% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 76% | 90% | 82% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 60% | 77% | 42% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 72% | 79% | 54% |
| Supported by local services | 48% | 70% | 38% |
| Discussed managing condition | 34% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 36% | 46% | 39% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 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 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 2 January 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Kennard Street Health Centre, 76 Albert Road, London, E16 2DY
- Phone
- 020 8104 2222
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.e16health.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Docklands PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- Y02928 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- E16 Health
- Royal Wharf, North Woolwich RD, London, E16 2HP
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 16 July 2018
This rating is 8 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 | 6.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 60% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 65% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 81% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 74% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Practice Albert Roadthis surgery | – | 2 | 29% | 60% | Yes |
| Royal Docks Medical PracticeLondon, E6 5NA | 0.7 miles | 66 | 75% | 84% | Yes |
| Valentine Health PartnershipLondon, SE18 6PZ | 0.7 miles | 30 | 52% | 76% | Yes |
| Triveni PMSLondon, SE18 5TE | 0.8 miles | 38 | 64% | 78% | Yes |
| Tollgate Medical CentreLondon, E6 5JS | 1.0 miles | 11 | 48% | 69% | Yes |
| Royal Arsenal Medical CentreLondon, SE18 6TE | 1.1 miles | 2 | 30% | 54% | Yes |
| Fairfield PMSLondon, SE7 8TX | 1.4 miles | 68 | 55% | 83% | Yes |
| Custom House SurgeryLondon, E16 3NA | 1.4 miles | 12 | 45% | 72% | Yes |
| Glyndon PMSLondon, SE18 7LU | 1.5 miles | 79 | 71% | 84% | Yes |
| Thamesmead Health CentreLondon, SE28 0NY | 1.6 miles | 53 | 67% | 80% | Yes |
Royal Docks Medical Practice is 0.7 miles away, scores 66 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Practice Albert Road taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Practice Albert Road was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8104 2222.
How do patients rate The Practice Albert Road?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 60% of patients at The Practice Albert Road said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 29% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 2 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Practice Albert Road?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Practice Albert Road as Good at its last published inspection (report published 16 July 2018).
What are the opening times of The Practice Albert Road?
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 2 January 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Practice Albert Road?
Call 020 8104 2222 or visit its website, www.e16health.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Kennard Street Health Centre, 76 Albert Road, London, E16 2DY.
Does The Practice Albert Road have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Practice Albert Road also runs E16 Health (Royal Wharf, North Woolwich RD, London, E16 2HP). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Practice Albert Road?
Around 23,236 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Docklands PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East London 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.