GP surgery in St. Helens
Berrymead Family Medical Centre
140 Berrys Lane, St. Helens, WA9 3RP
Scores 28 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 51% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 20
- Easy to get through on the phone30
- Easy to contact online25
- Good experience of getting in touch7
- Did not wait too long for the appointment38
Quality of care 42
- Patients rate the surgery as good37
- Patients got what they needed56
- Doctors and nurses listen28
- Patients trust the staff70
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done64
- Meets NHS clinical targets27
- Children vaccinated on time15
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
51%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+1
change since last year
2025: 74% · 2026: 75%
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 | 51% | 57% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via website | 47% | 58% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 30% | 54% | 64% |
| Reception staff helpful | 80% | 85% | 85% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 34% | 31% | 46% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 29% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 75% | 84% | 72% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 54% | 73% | 61% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 41% |
| Waiting time was about right | 67% | 69% | 76% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 36% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 84% | 87% | 84% |
| Treated with care and concern | 79% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 74% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 82% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 87% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 74% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 64% |
| Supported by local services | 84% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 57% |
| Agreed a care plan | 35% | 46% | 53% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 110 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 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 140 Berrys Lane, St. Helens, WA9 3RP
- Phone
- 01744 25533
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.berrymeadmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- St Helens South PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N83008 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Dr Darcy & Partners
- The Halefield Family Medical Centre, 21 Halefield Street, St. Helens, WA10 2DE
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 22 March 2017
This rating is 9 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
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 | 17.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 10.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 24.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 19.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 69% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 84% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 69% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berrymead Family Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 28 | 51% | 75% | Yes |
| Rainbow Medical CentreSt. Helens, WA9 3PN | 0.7 miles | 40 | 53% | 79% | Yes |
| Marshalls Cross Medical CentreSt. Helens, WA9 3DA | 0.9 miles | 34 | 43% | 78% | Yes |
| Atlas Medical PracticeSt. Helens, WA9 1LN | 1.3 miles | 14 | 42% | 65% | Yes |
| Hall Street Medical CentreSt Helens, WA10 1DW | 1.5 miles | 93 | 88% | 95% | Yes |
| Mill Street Medical CentreSt Helens, WA10 2BD | 1.9 miles | 69 | 55% | 87% | Yes |
| Newholme SurgerySt Helens, WA10 2DJ | 2.0 miles | 84 | 87% | 85% | Yes |
| Parkfield SurgerySt Helens, WA10 2DJ | 2.0 miles | 94 | 84% | 93% | Yes |
| Central SurgerySt Helens, WA10 2DJ | 2.0 miles | 41 | 71% | 78% | Yes |
| Ormskirk House SurgerySt Helens, WA10 2DJ | 2.0 miles | 85 | 79% | 88% | Yes |
Rainbow Medical Centre is 0.7 miles away, scores 40 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Berrymead Family Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Berrymead Family Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01744 25533.
How do patients rate Berrymead Family Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Berrymead Family Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 51% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 28 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Berrymead Family Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Berrymead Family Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 22 March 2017).
What are the opening times of Berrymead Family Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, 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 17 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Berrymead Family Medical Centre?
Call 01744 25533 or visit its website, www.berrymeadmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 140 Berrys Lane, St. Helens, WA9 3RP.
Does Berrymead Family Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Berrymead Family Medical Centre also runs Dr Darcy & Partners (The Halefield Family Medical Centre, 21 Halefield Street, St. Helens, WA10 2DE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Berrymead Family Medical Centre?
Around 8,210 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of St Helens South PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cheshire and Merseyside 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.