GP surgery in Ashton-in-Makerfield
Ashton Medical Centre
120 Wigan Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 9SU
Scores 27 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 68% of patients say their experience is good and 56% 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 25
- Easy to get through on the phone40
- Easy to contact online16
- Good experience of getting in touch37
- Did not wait too long for the appointment16
Quality of care 34
- Patients rate the surgery as good17
- Patients got what they needed31
- Doctors and nurses listen60
- Patients trust the staff39
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done66
- Meets NHS clinical targets73
- Children vaccinated on time59
What patients say
94 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
56%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
68%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-16
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 68%
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 | 56% | 57% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via website | 42% | 58% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 44% | 54% | 44% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 89% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 42% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 52% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 77% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 48% | 57% | 67% |
| Waiting time was about right | 57% | 69% | 69% |
| Remote appointment | 13% | 26% | 10% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 71% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 87% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 84% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 68% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 90% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 53% | 43% | 52% |
| Agreed a care plan | 45% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 94 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 | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 May 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 120 Wigan Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 9SU
- Phone
- 01942 557736
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.ssphealth.com/our-practices/ashton-medical-centre
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Liga Wigan PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P92041 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Pitalia PL
- The Surgery, 91 Bolton Road, Ashton in Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8AD
Access and facilities
- Autism training for staff
- Bariatric equipment: weight support
- Bus stop nearby
- 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
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Sign language interpreter available in-person
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Tactile flooring: ridged or raised surface, to warn of hazards
- Toilets
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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 | 16.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 22.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 75% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 77% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 86% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 85% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 61% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 27 | 56% | 68% | Yes |
| Bryn Cross SurgeryWigan, WN4 0AR | 0.5 miles | 99 | 93% | 95% | Yes |
| Bryn Street SurgeryWigan, WN4 9AZ | 0.5 miles | 78 | 72% | 85% | Yes |
| MedicentreWigan, WN4 9AZ | 0.5 miles | 81 | 69% | 80% | Yes |
| Garswood SurgeryWigan, WN4 0XD | 1.6 miles | 63 | 85% | 78% | Yes |
| Billinge Medical PracticeWigan, WN4 0XD | 1.6 miles | 82 | 78% | 93% | Yes |
| Modality St HelensSt. Helens, WA11 0NA | 1.9 miles | 6 | 27% | 63% | Yes |
| Saxena LWigan, WN3 6JN | 2.1 miles | 90 | 89% | 89% | Yes |
| Golborne SurgeryWarrington, WA3 3GS | 2.2 miles | 9 | 61% | 62% | Yes |
| High Street SurgeryWarrington, WA3 3GS | 2.2 miles | 71 | 81% | 89% | Yes |
Bryn Cross Surgery is 0.5 miles away, scores 99 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Ashton Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ashton Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01942 557736.
How do patients rate Ashton Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 68% of patients at Ashton Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 56% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 27 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ashton Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ashton Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 2 August 2026).
What are the opening times of Ashton Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 7am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 7am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 May 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ashton Medical Centre?
Call 01942 557736 or visit its website, www.ssphealth.com/our-practices/ashton-medical-centre. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 120 Wigan Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 9SU.
Does Ashton Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Ashton Medical Centre also runs Pitalia PL (The Surgery, 91 Bolton Road, Ashton in Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8AD). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Ashton Medical Centre?
Around 8,552 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Liga Wigan 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.