GP surgery in Norwich
Uea Medical Centre
Earlham Road, Norwich, NR4 7TJ
Scores 83 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 84% 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 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 86
- Easy to get through on the phone96
- Easy to contact online90
- Good experience of getting in touch96
- Did not wait too long for the appointment43
Quality of care 74
- Patients rate the surgery as good67
- Patients got what they needed63
- Doctors and nurses listen83
- Patients trust the staff92
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done19
- Meets NHS clinical targets77
- Children vaccinated on time86
What patients say
114 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
91%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
84%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-7
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 84%
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% | 91% |
| Easy to contact via website | 77% | 58% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 79% | 54% | 83% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 32% | 31% | 29% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 69% | 42% | 73% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 94% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 94% | 73% | 88% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 88% | 57% | 93% |
| Waiting time was about right | 69% | 69% | 62% |
| Remote appointment | 14% | 26% | 21% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 96% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 94% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 84% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 76% |
| Supported by local services | 82% | 70% | 82% |
| Discussed managing condition | 42% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 114 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 | 8:30am to 12:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 July 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Earlham Road, Norwich, NR4 7TJ
- Phone
- 01603 251600
- Website
- www.umsuea.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Central Norwich PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D82088 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Lift
- Pharmacy
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 18 October 2018
This rating is 7 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 | 1.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 0.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 4.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 51% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 55% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uea Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 83 | 91% | 84% | Yes |
| Wensum Valley Medical PracticeNorwich, NR5 8AD | 0.6 miles | 34 | 68% | 77% | Yes |
| West Pottergate Medical PracNorwich, NR2 4BX | 1.5 miles | 87 | 88% | 87% | Yes |
| Humbleyard PracticeNorwich, NR4 6TA | 1.5 miles | 6 | 25% | 55% | Yes |
| Trinity & Bowthorpe Medical PracticeNorwich, NR5 9HA | 1.6 miles | 11 | 52% | 69% | Yes |
| St Stephens Gate Medical PartnershipNorwich, NR2 2TJ | 1.7 miles | 59 | 75% | 86% | Yes |
| Vulnerable Adults ServiceNorwich, NR2 4SZ | 1.8 miles | – | – | – | Yes |
| Oak Street Medical PracticeNorwich, NR3 3DL | 1.9 miles | 29 | 47% | 72% | Yes |
| Beechcroft and Old PalaceNorwich, NR5 0RS | 2.0 miles | 78 | 84% | 87% | Yes |
| Lakenham SurgeryNorwich, NR1 3JJ | 2.1 miles | 82 | 70% | 86% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Uea Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Uea Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01603 251600.
How do patients rate Uea Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 84% of patients at Uea Medical Centre 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 83 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Uea Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Uea Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 18 October 2018).
What are the opening times of Uea Medical 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 8:30am to 12:30pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 July 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Uea Medical Centre?
Call 01603 251600 or visit its website, www.umsuea.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Earlham Road, Norwich, NR4 7TJ.
How many patients are registered at Uea Medical Centre?
Around 20,178 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Central Norwich PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Norfolk and Suffolk 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.