GP surgery in Royal Sutton Coldfield
Ashfield Surgery
8 Walmley Road, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1QN
Scores 18 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 73% of patients say their experience is good and 38% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Requires improvement in 2024. 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 14
- Easy to get through on the phone12
- Easy to contact online32
- Good experience of getting in touch19
- Did not wait too long for the appointment22
Quality of care 28
- Patients rate the surgery as good29
- Patients got what they needed72
- Doctors and nurses listen57
- Patients trust the staff84
- Inspection rating (Requires improvement)2
- Health checks and screening done13
- Meets NHS clinical targets2
- Children vaccinated on time31
What patients say
112 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
38%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
73%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+12
change since last year
2025: 61% · 2026: 73%
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 | 38% | 57% | 24% |
| Easy to contact via website | 51% | 58% | 18% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 29% | 54% | 31% |
| Reception staff helpful | 72% | 85% | 73% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 30% | 31% | 49% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 24% | 42% | 33% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 80% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 64% | 73% | 55% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 49% | 57% | 43% |
| Waiting time was about right | 61% | 69% | 58% |
| Remote appointment | 25% | 26% | 34% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 67% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 73% | 77% | 61% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 82% |
| Supported by local services | 50% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 36% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 60% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 112 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 | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 19 May 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 8 Walmley Road, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1QN
- Phone
- 0121 351 7955
- Website
- www.ashfieldsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Alliance of Sutton Practices PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M85026 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Requires improvement
overall, from the inspection published 24 September 2024
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Requires improvement |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Requires improvement |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 20.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 70% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 66% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 50% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Surgerythis surgery | – | 18 | 38% | 73% | Yes |
| The Hawthorns SurgerySutton Coldfield, B72 1DL | 1.1 miles | 50 | 52% | 81% | Yes |
| Sutton Road SurgeryBirmingham, B23 5TJ | 1.3 miles | 64 | 92% | 73% | Yes |
| Midlands Medical PartnershipBirmingham, B24 0SY | 1.5 miles | 49 | 55% | 79% | Yes |
| The Manor PracticeSutton Coldfield, B72 1RL | 1.6 miles | 22 | 49% | 74% | Yes |
| Eden Court Medical PracticeBirmingham, B35 6EE | 1.6 miles | 63 | 67% | 82% | Yes |
| Poplars SurgeryBirmingham, B24 9JN | 1.6 miles | 64 | 59% | 87% | Yes |
| Shah Zaman SurgeryBirmingham, B35 7QX | 1.7 miles | 62 | 59% | 92% | Yes |
| Erdington GP Health & Wellbeing WicBirmingham, B23 6SJ | 2.1 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Firs SurgeryBirmingham, B36 8LR | 2.4 miles | 79 | 82% | 84% | Yes |
The Hawthorns Surgery is 1.1 miles away, scores 50 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Ashfield Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ashfield Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 351 7955.
How do patients rate Ashfield Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 73% of patients at Ashfield Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 38% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 18 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ashfield Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ashfield Surgery as Requires improvement at its last published inspection (report published 24 September 2024).
What are the opening times of Ashfield Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 19 May 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ashfield Surgery?
Call 0121 351 7955 or visit its website, www.ashfieldsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 8 Walmley Road, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1QN.
How many patients are registered at Ashfield Surgery?
Around 14,959 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Alliance of Sutton Practices 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.