GP surgery in Alton
Wilson Practice
Alton Health Centre, Anstey Road, Alton, GU34 2QX
Scores 61 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 87% of patients say their experience is good and 48% 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 53
- Easy to get through on the phone24
- Easy to contact online75
- Good experience of getting in touch50
- Did not wait too long for the appointment75
Quality of care 70
- Patients rate the surgery as good76
- Patients got what they needed49
- Doctors and nurses listen58
- Patients trust the staff76
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done36
- Meets NHS clinical targets71
- Children vaccinated on time79
What patients say
123 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
48%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
87%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+13
change since last year
2025: 74% · 2026: 87%
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 | 48% | 57% | 30% |
| Easy to contact via website | 68% | 58% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 67% | 54% | 35% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 23% | 31% | 26% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 54% | 42% | 61% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 88% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 76% | 73% | 69% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 71% | 57% | 50% |
| Waiting time was about right | 80% | 69% | 69% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 42% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 77% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 100% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 96% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 87% | 77% | 74% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 80% | 79% | 94% |
| Supported by local services | 80% | 70% | 63% |
| Discussed managing condition | 58% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 43% | 46% | 32% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 123 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 3 June 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Alton Health Centre, Anstey Road, Alton, GU34 2QX
- Phone
- 01420 84676
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- A31 Group PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J82157 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Train station nearby
- Translation services
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 13 September 2016
This rating is 10 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 | 18.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 22.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 75% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 64% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 67% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Practicethis surgery | – | 61 | 48% | 87% | Yes |
| Chawton Park SurgeryAlton, GU34 1RJ | 1.3 miles | 83 | 78% | 81% | Yes |
| Boundaries SurgeryAlton, GU34 5HG | 4.4 miles | 99 | 93% | 98% | Yes |
| The Watercress Medical GroupAlton, GU34 5EW | 4.8 miles | 95 | 92% | 95% | Yes |
| Pinehill SurgeryBordon, GU35 0BS | 5.6 miles | 73 | 78% | 89% | Yes |
| Badgerswood SurgeryBordon, GU35 8LH | 6.5 miles | 24 | 47% | 74% | Yes |
| Odiham Health CentreHook, RG29 1JY | 7.1 miles | 64 | 60% | 80% | Yes |
| Holly Tree SurgeryFarnham, GU10 4TG | 7.2 miles | 58 | 80% | 75% | Yes |
| Crondall New SurgeryFarnham, GU10 5RF | 7.4 miles | 38 | 67% | 73% | Yes |
| Central SurgeryFarnham, GU9 7PT | 8.5 miles | 40 | 64% | 76% | Yes |
Chawton Park Surgery is 1.3 miles away, scores 83 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Wilson Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Wilson Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01420 84676.
How do patients rate Wilson Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 87% of patients at Wilson Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 48% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 61 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Wilson Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Wilson Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 13 September 2016).
What are the opening times of Wilson Practice?
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 3 June 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Wilson Practice?
Call 01420 84676. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Alton Health Centre, Anstey Road, Alton, GU34 2QX.
How many patients are registered at Wilson Practice?
Around 17,201 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of A31 Group PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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.