GP surgery in Eccles
3/Springfield House Medical Practice
384 Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 8QD
Scores 65 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 84% 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 2026. 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 64
- Easy to get through on the phone59
- Easy to contact online84
- Good experience of getting in touch61
- Did not wait too long for the appointment56
Quality of care 65
- Patients rate the surgery as good66
- Patients got what they needed58
- Doctors and nurses listen51
- Patients trust the staff41
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done72
- Meets NHS clinical targets68
- Children vaccinated on time57
What patients say
119 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
66%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
84%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+10
change since last year
2025: 74% · 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 | 66% | 57% | 65% |
| Easy to contact via website | 74% | 58% | 73% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 40% | 54% | 53% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 81% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 28% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 49% | 42% | 31% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 87% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 72% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 64% | 57% | 47% |
| Waiting time was about right | 74% | 69% | 68% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 23% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 77% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 89% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 84% | 77% | 74% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 92% | 79% | 87% |
| Supported by local services | 79% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 51% | 43% | 59% |
| Agreed a care plan | 44% | 46% | 48% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 119 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 14 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 384 Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 8QD
- Phone
- 0161 871 2450
- Website
- www.springfield-medical-centre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Eccles & Irlam PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P87024 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Children’s play area
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in Braille
- Documents available in large print
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Free public WiFi
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
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 | 14.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 23.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 20.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 64% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 79% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 87% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 63% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 75% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 78% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/Springfield House Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 65 | 66% | 84% | Yes |
| 1/Monton Medical PracticeManchester, M30 8AR | 0.8 miles | 26 | 50% | 72% | Yes |
| St Andrews Medical CentreManchester, M30 0NU | 1.0 miles | 92 | 83% | 92% | Yes |
| Davyhulme Medical CentreManchester, M41 7WJ | 1.4 miles | 68 | 69% | 87% | Yes |
| Primrose SurgeryManchester, M41 7AB | 1.6 miles | 84 | 82% | 83% | Yes |
| Orient Road Medical PracticeSalford, M6 8LE | 1.8 miles | 90 | 82% | 88% | Yes |
| The Sides Medical PracticeManchester, M27 0EW | 1.8 miles | 70 | 51% | 84% | Yes |
| The Willows Medical PracticeSalford, M5 5JR | 2.2 miles | 62 | 82% | 78% | Yes |
| Flixton Road Medical CentreManchester, M41 5BG | 2.2 miles | 54 | 71% | 81% | Yes |
| Lostock Medical CentreManchester, M32 9PA | 2.2 miles | 62 | 57% | 82% | Yes |
St Andrews Medical Centre is 1.0 miles away, scores 92 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is 3/Springfield House Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), 3/Springfield House Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0161 871 2450.
How do patients rate 3/Springfield House Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 84% of patients at 3/Springfield House Medical Practice 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 65 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for 3/Springfield House Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated 3/Springfield House Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 July 2026).
What are the opening times of 3/Springfield House Medical 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 14 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact 3/Springfield House Medical Practice?
Call 0161 871 2450 or visit its website, www.springfield-medical-centre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 384 Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 8QD.
How many patients are registered at 3/Springfield House Medical Practice?
Around 11,699 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Eccles & Irlam PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Greater Manchester 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.