GP surgery in Smith's Wood
Arran Medical Centre
Burtons Way, Birmingham, B36 0SZ
Scores 44 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 80% of patients say their experience is good and 64% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2025. 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 phone55
- Easy to contact online7
- Good experience of getting in touch39
- Did not wait too long for the appointment60
Quality of care 43
- Patients rate the surgery as good53
- Patients got what they needed60
- Doctors and nurses listen53
- Patients trust the staff51
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done11
- Meets NHS clinical targets27
- Children vaccinated on time9
What patients say
81 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
64%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+14
change since last year
2025: 66% · 2026: 80%
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 | 64% | 57% | 39% |
| Easy to contact via website | 33% | 58% | 19% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 43% | 54% | 33% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 79% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 39% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 33% | 42% | 40% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 70% | 84% | 73% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 60% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 52% | 57% | 43% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 67% |
| Remote appointment | 33% | 26% | 22% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 84% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 69% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 87% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 66% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 58% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 64% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 54% | 46% | 55% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 81 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 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 12 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Burtons Way, Birmingham, B36 0SZ
- Phone
- 0121 770 4043
- [email protected]
- Website
- arranmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sheldon PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M89013 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Arran Medical Centre Branch Surgery
- 194 Sheldon Heath Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2DR
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Sign language interpreter available in-person
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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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 | 12.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 7.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 23.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 70% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 65% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 85% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 40% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arran Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 44 | 64% | 80% | Yes |
| Green Lane SurgeryBirmingham, B36 0SZ | under 0.1 miles | 46 | 49% | 84% | Yes |
| The Castle PracticeBirmingham, B36 0HH | 0.4 miles | 35 | 48% | 74% | Yes |
| Kingshurst Medical PracticeBirmingham, B37 6BE | 0.7 miles | 6 | 34% | 59% | Yes |
| Satis HouseBirmingham, B46 1TH | 0.9 miles | 31 | 48% | 74% | Yes |
| Parkfield Medical CentreBirmingham, B36 9EJ | 1.2 miles | 66 | 70% | 81% | Yes |
| The Harlequin SurgeryBirmingham, B34 7BP | 1.4 miles | 16 | 49% | 65% | Yes |
| Schoolacre Road SurgeryBirmingham, B34 6RB | 1.6 miles | 68 | 73% | 82% | Yes |
| Nsc Bosworth HubBirmingham, B37 5BU | 1.6 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Bosworth Medical GroupBirmingham, B37 5BU | 1.6 miles | 16 | 40% | 69% | Yes |
Parkfield Medical Centre is 1.2 miles away, scores 66 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Arran Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Arran Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 770 4043.
How do patients rate Arran Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at Arran Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 64% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 44 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Arran Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Arran Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 10 July 2025).
What are the opening times of Arran Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 7pm, 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 12 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Arran Medical Centre?
Call 0121 770 4043 or visit its website, arranmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Burtons Way, Birmingham, B36 0SZ.
Does Arran Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Arran Medical Centre also runs Arran Medical Centre Branch Surgery (194 Sheldon Heath Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2DR). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Arran Medical Centre?
Around 6,197 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sheldon PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Birmingham and Solihull 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.