GP surgery in Southport
Ainsdale Medical Centre
66 Station Road, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 3HW
Scores 87 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 91% of patients say their experience is good and 79% 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 85
- Easy to get through on the phone81
- Easy to contact online89
- Good experience of getting in touch60
- Did not wait too long for the appointment92
Quality of care 84
- Patients rate the surgery as good90
- Patients got what they needed63
- Doctors and nurses listen84
- Patients trust the staff60
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done50
- Meets NHS clinical targets89
- Children vaccinated on time81
What patients say
124 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
79%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
91%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 91%
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 | 79% | 57% | 81% |
| Easy to contact via website | 77% | 58% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 87% | 54% | 79% |
| Reception staff helpful | 93% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 45% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 42% | 42% | 53% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 83% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 73% | 57% | 71% |
| Waiting time was about right | 88% | 69% | 76% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 14% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 94% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 73% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 98% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 91% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 88% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 86% | 70% | 89% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 27% | 46% | 32% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 124 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 29 May 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 66 Station Road, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 3HW
- Phone
- 01704 575133
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Southport & Formby PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N84012 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Autism training for staff
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Enhanced lighting
- 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
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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 | 21.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 72% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 69% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ainsdale Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 87 | 79% | 91% | Yes |
| Ainsdale Village SurgerySouthport, PR8 3LB | 0.1 mile | 85 | 88% | 86% | Yes |
| The Family SurgerySouthport, PR8 4DB | 2.2 miles | 61 | 55% | 78% | Yes |
| Grange SurgerySouthport, PR8 2AD | 2.6 miles | 95 | 75% | 97% | Yes |
| Kew SurgerySouthport, PR8 6RG | 3.0 miles | 68 | 85% | 78% | Yes |
| Cumberland House SurgerySouthport, PR8 6PQ | 3.2 miles | 58 | 53% | 80% | Yes |
| Chapel Lane SurgeryLiverpool, L37 4DL | 3.3 miles | 56 | 47% | 83% | Yes |
| The Village Surgery FormbyLiverpool, L37 4AW | 3.3 miles | 68 | 45% | 87% | Yes |
| Christiana Hartley Medical PracticeSouthport, PR8 6PL | 3.5 miles | 78 | 75% | 82% | Yes |
| St Marks Medical Centre (Tcg Medical)Southport, PR9 0TZ | 3.5 miles | 23 | 44% | 62% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Ainsdale Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ainsdale Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01704 575133.
How do patients rate Ainsdale Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 91% of patients at Ainsdale Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 79% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 87 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ainsdale Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ainsdale Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 May 2026).
What are the opening times of Ainsdale 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 closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 29 May 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ainsdale Medical Centre?
Call 01704 575133. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 66 Station Road, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 3HW.
How many patients are registered at Ainsdale Medical Centre?
Around 11,392 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Southport & Formby PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cheshire and Merseyside 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.