GP surgery in Rotherham
Brinsworth Medical Centre
171 Bawtry Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5ND
Scores 38 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 46% 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 25
- Easy to get through on the phone22
- Easy to contact online65
- Good experience of getting in touch34
- Did not wait too long for the appointment20
Quality of care 58
- Patients rate the surgery as good34
- Patients got what they needed74
- Doctors and nurses listen66
- Patients trust the staff81
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done73
- Meets NHS clinical targets46
- Children vaccinated on time38
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
46%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-4
change since last year
2025: 79% · 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 | 46% | 57% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via website | 64% | 58% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 60% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 82% | 85% | 82% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 32% | 31% | 43% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 30% | 42% | 45% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 76% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 70% | 73% | 74% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 72% | 57% | 67% |
| Waiting time was about right | 60% | 69% | 49% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 23% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 69% | 79% | 64% |
| Supported by local services | 69% | 70% | 75% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 58% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 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 | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 171 Bawtry Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5ND
- Phone
- 01709 828806
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.brinsworthmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Raven PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C87009 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Surgery of Light
- Hunger Hill Lane, Whiston, Rotherham, S60 4BD
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 9 May 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 | 16.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 19.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 75% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 73% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinsworth Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 38 | 46% | 75% | Yes |
| The Medical Centre Dr OkorieSheffield, S9 1WZ | 0.7 miles | 45 | 79% | 77% | Yes |
| Woodstock Bower Group PracticeRotherham, S61 1AH | 1.6 miles | 31 | 36% | 79% | Yes |
| Waverley Medical CentreRotherham, S60 8GD | 1.6 miles | – | – | – | No |
| Wincobank Medical CentreSheffield, S9 1DJ | 1.7 miles | 38 | 37% | 78% | Yes |
| Clover North Darnall Health CentreSheffield, S9 5DH | 1.8 miles | 6 | 45% | 58% | Yes |
| Clover Group PracticeSheffield, S9 4QH | 1.8 miles | 5 | 43% | 61% | Yes |
| Treeton Medical CentreRotherham, S60 5PW | 1.9 miles | 77 | 70% | 88% | Yes |
| Clifton Medical CentreRotherham, S65 1DA | 1.9 miles | 6 | 31% | 60% | Yes |
| Gateway Primary CareRotherham, S65 1DA | 1.9 miles | 80 | 80% | 83% | Yes |
Treeton Medical Centre is 1.9 miles away, scores 77 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Brinsworth Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Brinsworth Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01709 828806.
How do patients rate Brinsworth Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Brinsworth Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 46% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 38 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Brinsworth Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Brinsworth Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 9 May 2017).
What are the opening times of Brinsworth Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Brinsworth Medical Centre?
Call 01709 828806 or visit its website, www.brinsworthmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 171 Bawtry Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5ND.
Does Brinsworth Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Brinsworth Medical Centre also runs Surgery of Light (Hunger Hill Lane, Whiston, Rotherham, S60 4BD). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Brinsworth Medical Centre?
Around 10,667 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Raven 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.