GP surgery in Barnsley
Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice
Oaks Park Primary Care Centre, Thornton Road, Barnsley, S70 3NE
Scores 81 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 91% of patients say their experience is good and 63% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good 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 75
- Easy to get through on the phone52
- Easy to contact online74
- Good experience of getting in touch82
- Did not wait too long for the appointment77
Quality of care 85
- Patients rate the surgery as good89
- Patients got what they needed53
- Doctors and nurses listen84
- Patients trust the staff66
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done68
- Meets NHS clinical targets86
- Children vaccinated on time80
What patients say
101 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
63%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
91%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+3
change since last year
2025: 88% · 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 | 63% | 57% | 67% |
| Easy to contact via website | 68% | 58% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 60% | 54% | 68% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 86% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 12% | 31% | 23% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 39% | 42% | 31% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 86% | 73% | 72% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 76% | 57% | 63% |
| Waiting time was about right | 81% | 69% | 83% |
| Remote appointment | 29% | 26% | 37% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 82% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 91% | 77% | 88% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 79% |
| Supported by local services | 82% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 57% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 101 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 | 7:15am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 7:15am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7:15am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 7:15am to 6pm |
| Friday | 7:15am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 24 October 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Oaks Park Primary Care Centre, Thornton Road, Barnsley, S70 3NE
- Phone
- 01226 216000
- Website
- www.ashvillemedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Fcp Service - Barnsley PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C85003 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Lift
- Pharmacy
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Wheelchair 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 | 17.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 20.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 75% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 83% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 67% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practicethis surgery | – | 81 | 63% | 91% | Yes |
| The Kakoty PracticeBarnsley, S70 4NW | 0.7 miles | 77 | 79% | 90% | Yes |
| Burleigh Medical CentreBarnsley, S70 1DR | 0.9 miles | 22 | 43% | 68% | Yes |
| The Dove Valley PMS PracticeBarnsley, S70 5NZ | 1.0 miles | 21 | 30% | 75% | Yes |
| The Grove Medical PracticeBarnsley, S70 1QE | 1.2 miles | 64 | 78% | 79% | Yes |
| Lundwood Medical Centre PMS PracticeBarnsley, S71 5PN | 1.3 miles | 53 | 96% | 68% | Yes |
| Bhf Lundwood SurgeryBarnsley, S71 5PN | 1.3 miles | 72 | 56% | 84% | Yes |
| Huddersfield Road SurgeryBarnsley, S70 2LT | 1.6 miles | 25 | 27% | 73% | Yes |
| Monk Bretton Health Centre PracticeBarnsley, S71 2EQ | 1.6 miles | 69 | 81% | 90% | Yes |
| Victoria Medical Centre PMS PracticeBarnsley, S75 2AE | 1.7 miles | 16 | 51% | 73% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01226 216000.
How do patients rate Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 91% of patients at Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 63% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 81 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 16 April 2024).
What are the opening times of Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice?
Reception is open Monday 7:15am to 6pm, Tuesday 7:15am to 6pm, Wednesday 7:15am to 6pm, Thursday 7:15am to 6pm, Friday 7:15am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 24 October 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice?
Call 01226 216000 or visit its website, www.ashvillemedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Oaks Park Primary Care Centre, Thornton Road, Barnsley, S70 3NE.
How many patients are registered at Ashville Medical Centre PMS Practice?
Around 13,140 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Fcp Service - Barnsley PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South Yorkshire 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.