GP surgery in Doncaster
Askern Medical Practice
Askern Health Centre, Spa Pool Road, Askern, Doncaster, DN6 0HZ
Scores 29 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 74% of patients say their experience is good and 47% 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 33
- Easy to get through on the phone24
- Easy to contact online35
- Good experience of getting in touch34
- Did not wait too long for the appointment52
Quality of care 26
- Patients rate the surgery as good34
- Patients got what they needed27
- Doctors and nurses listen52
- Patients trust the staff36
- Inspection rating (Requires improvement)2
- Health checks and screening done82
- Meets NHS clinical targets45
- Children vaccinated on time38
What patients say
76 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
47%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+21
change since last year
2025: 53% · 2026: 74%
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 | 47% | 57% | 21% |
| Easy to contact via website | 52% | 58% | 19% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 51% | 54% | 16% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 65% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 51% | 42% | 33% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 71% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 70% | 73% | 46% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 66% | 57% | 35% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 49% |
| Remote appointment | 8% | 26% | 16% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 67% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 63% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 60% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 81% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 81% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 81% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 77% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 53% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 74% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 25% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 75% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 76 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 July 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Askern Health Centre, Spa Pool Road, Askern, Doncaster, DN6 0HZ
- Phone
- 01709 514443
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.askernmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Doncaster North PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C86605 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Mexborough Medical Practice
- Mexborough Integrated Health Centre Centre, Alagu Close, Off Highwoods Road, Mexborough, S64 9AE
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- 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
Requires improvement
overall, from the inspection published 21 November 2024
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Requires improvement |
| Is it responsive? | Requires improvement |
| Is it well-led? | Requires improvement |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 17.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 19.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 70% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 69% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 88% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Askern Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 29 | 47% | 74% | Yes |
| The Lakeside PracticeDoncaster, DN6 0HZ | under 0.1 miles | 24 | 40% | 72% | Yes |
| Great North Medical GroupDoncaster, DN6 8AG | 2.7 miles | 42 | 30% | 75% | Yes |
| The Ransome PracticeDoncaster, DN5 0JX | 4.4 miles | 27 | 62% | 79% | Yes |
| Don Valley HealthcareDoncaster, DN5 0AT | 4.8 miles | 82 | 79% | 87% | Yes |
| Petersgate Medical CentreDoncaster, DN5 9PQ | 5.0 miles | 69 | 60% | 84% | Yes |
| Field Road SurgeryDoncaster, DN7 5AF | 5.0 miles | 12 | 50% | 55% | Yes |
| Scawsby Health Centre PracticeDoncaster, DN5 8QE | 5.5 miles | 28 | 52% | 68% | Yes |
| White Rose SurgeryPontefract, WF9 2RD | 6.1 miles | 57 | 66% | 82% | Yes |
| Dunsville Medical CentreDoncaster, DN7 4BY | 6.2 miles | 80 | 76% | 85% | Yes |
Great North Medical Group is 2.7 miles away, scores 42 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Askern Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Askern Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01709 514443.
How do patients rate Askern Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 74% of patients at Askern Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 47% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 29 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Askern Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Askern Medical Practice as Requires improvement at its last published inspection (report published 21 November 2024).
What are the opening times of Askern Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday 8am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 July 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Askern Medical Practice?
Call 01709 514443 or visit its website, www.askernmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Askern Health Centre, Spa Pool Road, Askern, Doncaster, DN6 0HZ.
Does Askern Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Askern Medical Practice also runs Mexborough Medical Practice (Mexborough Integrated Health Centre Centre, Alagu Close, Off Highwoods Road, Mexborough, S64 9AE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Askern Medical Practice?
Around 7,595 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Doncaster North 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.