GP surgery in Havering
The Saheecha's Practices
Health Centre, Gooshays Drive, Harold Hill, Romford, RM3 9SU
Scores 60 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 67% 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 51
- Easy to get through on the phone60
- Easy to contact online51
- Good experience of getting in touch76
- Did not wait too long for the appointment17
Quality of care 70
- Patients rate the surgery as good63
- Patients got what they needed81
- Doctors and nurses listen56
- Patients trust the staff56
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done98
- Meets NHS clinical targets29
- Children vaccinated on time19
What patients say
112 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
67%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 75% · 2026: 83%
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 | 67% | 57% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via website | 59% | 58% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 69% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 99% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 56% | 31% | 48% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 80% | 42% | 67% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 86% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 84% | 73% | 71% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 76% | 57% | 69% |
| Waiting time was about right | 58% | 69% | 52% |
| Remote appointment | 17% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 81% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 81% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 87% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 96% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 75% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 72% | 79% | 63% |
| Supported by local services | 70% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 46% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 56% | 46% | 38% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 112 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 25 January 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Health Centre, Gooshays Drive, Harold Hill, Romford, RM3 9SU
- Phone
- 01708 343991
- Website
- www.thesaheechaspractices.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Havering North PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F82014 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- The Saheecha's Practices
- 1 Heaton Avenue, Straight Road, Romford, RM3 7HR · 01708 343300
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disabled car parking
- Enhanced lighting
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Lift
- Pharmacy
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
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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 | 12.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 21.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 78% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 91% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 64% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 96% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 88% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Saheecha's Practicesthis surgery | – | 60 | 67% | 83% | Yes |
| Central Park SurgeryRomford, RM3 9SU | under 0.1 miles | 4 | 35% | 59% | Yes |
| Abbamoor SurgeryRomford, RM3 9SU | under 0.1 miles | 81 | 80% | 88% | Yes |
| The Robins Surgery, Harold Hill Health CRomford, RM3 9SU | under 0.1 miles | 22 | 51% | 71% | Yes |
| Petersfield SurgeryRomford, RM3 9PD | 0.3 miles | 31 | 64% | 74% | Yes |
| Straight Road SurgeryRomford, RM3 7JJ | 0.7 miles | 40 | 82% | 78% | Yes |
| Ingrebourne Medical CentreRomford, RM3 7JJ | 0.8 miles | 40 | 59% | 79% | Yes |
| The Green Wood PracticeRomford, RM3 0DR | 0.8 miles | 4 | 51% | 54% | Yes |
| Kings Park SurgeryRomford, RM3 0FE | 0.9 miles | 41 | 72% | 75% | Yes |
| ChowdhuryRomford, RM3 0PT | 1.0 miles | 62 | 79% | 88% | Yes |
Abbamoor Surgery is under 0.1 miles away, scores 81 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Saheecha's Practices taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Saheecha's Practices was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01708 343991.
How do patients rate The Saheecha's Practices?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at The Saheecha's Practices said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 67% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 60 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Saheecha's Practices?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Saheecha's Practices as Good at its last published inspection (report published 24 August 2026).
What are the opening times of The Saheecha's Practices?
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 25 January 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Saheecha's Practices?
Call 01708 343991 or visit its website, www.thesaheechaspractices.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Health Centre, Gooshays Drive, Harold Hill, Romford, RM3 9SU.
Does The Saheecha's Practices have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Saheecha's Practices also runs The Saheecha's Practices (1 Heaton Avenue, Straight Road, Romford, RM3 7HR). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Saheecha's Practices?
Around 7,635 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Havering North 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.