GP surgery in Tunbridge Wells
Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst
Rye Road, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, TN18 4EX
Scores 46 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 79% of patients say their experience is good and 66% 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 47
- Easy to get through on the phone58
- Easy to contact online42
- Good experience of getting in touch62
- Did not wait too long for the appointment25
Quality of care 45
- Patients rate the surgery as good49
- Patients got what they needed34
- Doctors and nurses listen78
- Patients trust the staff48
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done14
- Meets NHS clinical targets64
- Children vaccinated on time49
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
66%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
79%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-10
change since last year
2025: 89% · 2026: 79%
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 | 66% | 57% | 70% |
| Easy to contact via website | 55% | 58% | 65% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 62% | 54% | 64% |
| Reception staff helpful | 79% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 36% | 31% | 57% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 60% | 42% | 69% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 78% | 84% | 95% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 81% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 66% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 62% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 16% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 83% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 79% | 77% | 89% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 86% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 74% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 46% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 19% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 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 11 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Rye Road, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, TN18 4EX
- Phone
- 01580 753935
- Website
- www.wealdviewmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Weald PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82055 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Weald View Medical Practice-Talbot Road
- Wish Valley, Talbot Road, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, TN18 4NB
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Induction loop
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 29 January 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 | 17.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 64% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 65% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 63% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 50% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurstthis surgery | – | 46 | 66% | 79% | Yes |
| Orchard EndCranbrook, TN17 3AY | 3.3 miles | 96 | 84% | 97% | Yes |
| Old School SurgeryCranbrook, TN17 3JB | 3.7 miles | 10 | 54% | 69% | Yes |
| Oldwood SurgeryRobertsbridge, TN32 5DG | 4.6 miles | 95 | 93% | 98% | Yes |
| Old Parsonage SurgeryCranbrook, TN17 1AN | 5.0 miles | 93 | 87% | 97% | Yes |
| Northiam SurgeryRye, TN31 6ND | 5.8 miles | 99 | 99% | 99% | Yes |
| LamberhurstTunbridge Wells, TN3 8EX | 6.2 miles | 80 | 78% | 94% | Yes |
| Fairfield SurgeryEtchingham, TN19 7EU | 6.5 miles | 83 | 84% | 88% | Yes |
| Wadhurst Medical GroupWadhurst, TN5 6BJ | 7.5 miles | 10 | 29% | 66% | Yes |
| Sedlescombe & Westfield SurgeriesBattle, TN33 0PW | 7.9 miles | 60 | 61% | 81% | Yes |
Orchard End is 3.3 miles away, scores 96 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01580 753935.
How do patients rate Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 79% of patients at Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 66% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 46 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst as Good at its last published inspection (report published 29 January 2018).
What are the opening times of Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst?
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 11 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst?
Call 01580 753935 or visit its website, www.wealdviewmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Rye Road, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, TN18 4EX.
Does Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst have a branch surgery?
Yes. Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst also runs Weald View Medical Practice-Talbot Road (Wish Valley, Talbot Road, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, TN18 4NB). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst?
Around 9,814 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Weald PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Kent and Medway 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.