GP surgery in Goldsmid
Trinity Medical Centre
1 Goldstone Villas, Hove, BN3 3AT
Scores 82 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 93% of patients say their experience is good and 59% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2020. 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 77
- Easy to get through on the phone45
- Easy to contact online91
- Good experience of getting in touch89
- Did not wait too long for the appointment74
Quality of care 84
- Patients rate the surgery as good94
- Patients got what they needed84
- Doctors and nurses listen87
- Patients trust the staff75
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done18
- Meets NHS clinical targets63
- Children vaccinated on time44
What patients say
108 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
59%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
93%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+11
change since last year
2025: 82% · 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 | 59% | 57% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via website | 79% | 58% | 61% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 70% | 54% | 51% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 86% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 27% | 31% | 29% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 41% | 42% | 36% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 89% | 73% | 80% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 67% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 80% | 69% | 83% |
| Remote appointment | 16% | 26% | 21% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 95% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 93% | 77% | 82% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 86% | 79% | 71% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 65% | 46% | 32% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 108 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 25 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 1 Goldstone Villas, Hove, BN3 3AT
- Phone
- 01273 736030
- Website
- www.trinitymedicalcentrehove.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Goldstone PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G81070 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Parent and baby room
- Baby changing facility
- Cycle parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 24 February 2020
This rating is 6 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 | 10.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 6.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 59% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 70% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 58% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 82 | 59% | 93% | Yes |
| Charter Medical CentreHove, BN3 1RF | 0.7 miles | 76 | 71% | 90% | Yes |
| Wish Park SurgeryHove, BN3 5JA | 0.8 miles | 35 | 57% | 73% | Yes |
| Wellbn HealthcareHove, BN3 1AE | 0.8 miles | 10 | 37% | 68% | Yes |
| Montpelier SurgeryBrighton, BN1 3FS | 1.0 miles | 94 | 87% | 91% | Yes |
| Seven Dials Medical CentreBrighton, BN1 3JJ | 1.1 miles | 78 | 76% | 92% | Yes |
| Stanford Medical CentreBrighton, BN1 6AG | 1.1 miles | 64 | 71% | 82% | Yes |
| Beaconsfield Medical PracticeBrighton, BN1 6AG | 1.1 miles | 58 | 59% | 87% | Yes |
| Brighton Station Health CentreBrighton, BN1 3XE | 1.4 miles | 24 | 65% | 71% | Yes |
| Brighton Station Walk-inBrighton, BN1 3XE | 1.4 miles | – | – | – | – |
Montpelier Surgery is 1.0 miles away, scores 94 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Trinity Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Trinity Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01273 736030.
How do patients rate Trinity Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 93% of patients at Trinity Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 59% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 82 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Trinity Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Trinity Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 24 February 2020).
What are the opening times of Trinity Medical Centre?
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 25 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Trinity Medical Centre?
Call 01273 736030 or visit its website, www.trinitymedicalcentrehove.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 1 Goldstone Villas, Hove, BN3 3AT.
How many patients are registered at Trinity Medical Centre?
Around 25,034 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Goldstone 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.