GP surgery in Stevenage
The Symonds Green Health Centre
Filey Close, Stevenage, SG1 2JW
Scores 93 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 93% of patients say their experience is good and 86% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 91
- Easy to get through on the phone91
- Easy to contact online21
- Good experience of getting in touch92
- Did not wait too long for the appointment97
Quality of care 90
- Patients rate the surgery as good94
- Patients got what they needed93
- Doctors and nurses listen79
- Patients trust the staff93
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done42
- Meets NHS clinical targets68
- Children vaccinated on time43
What patients say
107 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
86%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
93%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+3
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 93%
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 | 86% | 57% | 86% |
| Easy to contact via website | 44% | 58% | 65% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 60% | 54% | 56% |
| Reception staff helpful | 96% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 56% | 42% | 76% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 91% | 73% | 88% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 68% | 57% | 61% |
| Waiting time was about right | 92% | 69% | 91% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 97% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 86% | 75% | 90% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 100% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 98% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 93% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 79% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 55% | 46% | 43% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 107 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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?
Thank you. Your answers are counted.
Reviews
No reviews yet. If you use this surgery, say what it is like.
Write a review
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 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Filey Close, Stevenage, SG1 2JW
- Phone
- 01438 364488
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.symondsgreenhealthcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Stevenage South PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- E82111 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Autism training for staff
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bariatric equipment: weight support
- Bus stop nearby
- Children’s play area
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Enhanced lighting
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
Pins show each surgery's score. Get directions
Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 24 November 2016
This rating is 9 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 | 13.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 68% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 82% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 61% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Symonds Green Health Centrethis surgery | – | 93 | 86% | 93% | Yes |
| Stanmore Medical GroupStevenage, SG1 3QA | 0.7 miles | 17 | 41% | 65% | Yes |
| King George & Manor House SurgeriesStevenage, SG1 3HT | 0.8 miles | 4 | 34% | 62% | Yes |
| Bedwell Medical CentreStevenage, SG1 1LQ | 1.8 miles | 25 | 37% | 71% | Yes |
| Shephall Health CentreStevenage, SG2 9QZ | 2.8 miles | 53 | 49% | 79% | Yes |
| The Portmill SurgeryHitchin, SG4 9TH | 3.3 miles | 70 | 52% | 90% | Yes |
| Hertfordshire Special Allocation SchemeHitchin, SG5 1DJ | 3.4 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Whitwell SurgeryHitchin, SG4 8AG | 3.5 miles | 12 | 61% | 51% | Yes |
| Bancroft Medical CentreHitchin, SG5 1LH | 3.6 miles | 21 | 37% | 71% | Yes |
| Regal Chambers SurgeryHitchin, SG5 1LL | 3.6 miles | 41 | 44% | 72% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Symonds Green Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Symonds Green Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01438 364488.
How do patients rate The Symonds Green Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 93% of patients at The Symonds Green Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 86% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 93 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Symonds Green Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Symonds Green Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 24 November 2016).
What are the opening times of The Symonds Green Health Centre?
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 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Symonds Green Health Centre?
Call 01438 364488 or visit its website, www.symondsgreenhealthcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Filey Close, Stevenage, SG1 2JW.
How many patients are registered at The Symonds Green Health Centre?
Around 6,447 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Stevenage South PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Central East 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.