GP surgery in Bristol, City of
Broadmead Medical Centre
59 Broadmead, Bristol, BS1 3EA
Scores 45 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 77% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. 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 62
- Easy to get through on the phone77
- Easy to contact online86
- Good experience of getting in touch53
- Did not wait too long for the appointment42
Quality of care 23
- Patients rate the surgery as good37
- Patients got what they needed30
- Doctors and nurses listen36
- Patients trust the staff14
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done12
- Meets NHS clinical targets49
- Children vaccinated on time30
What patients say
80 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
77%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 78% · 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 | 77% | 57% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via website | 75% | 58% | 66% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 50% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 85% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 21% | 31% | 19% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 28% | 42% | 72% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 84% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 76% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 62% | 57% | 72% |
| Waiting time was about right | 69% | 69% | 74% |
| Remote appointment | 21% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 79% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 86% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 88% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 87% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 72% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 61% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 49% |
| Agreed a care plan | 42% | 46% | 50% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 80 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 23 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 59 Broadmead, Bristol, BS1 3EA
- Phone
- 0117 954 9828
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Brisdoc PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- Y02578 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 31 October 2019
This rating is 6 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 | 2.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 1.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 2.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 5.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 43% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 59% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 70% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadmead Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 45 | 77% | 75% | Yes |
| Compass HealthBristol, BS2 8JP | 0.4 miles | – | – | – | No |
| Montpelier Health CentreBristol, BS6 5PT | 0.6 miles | 3 | 17% | 58% | Yes |
| The Family PracticeBristol, BS6 6DF | 0.7 miles | 47 | 47% | 72% | Yes |
| Student Health ServiceBristol, BS6 6AU | 0.7 miles | 73 | 89% | 84% | Yes |
| Lawrence Hill Health CentreBristol, BS2 0AN | 0.7 miles | 4 | 28% | 69% | Yes |
| Bedminster Family PracticeBristol, BS3 4AT | 0.9 miles | 34 | 51% | 80% | Yes |
| Bridge View MedicalBristol, BS3 1AS | 0.9 miles | 43 | 32% | 78% | Yes |
| Charlotte Keel Medical PracticeBristol, BS5 0UA | 0.9 miles | 7 | 36% | 67% | Yes |
| Whiteladies Medical GroupBristol, BS8 2PU | 1.1 miles | 42 | 55% | 84% | Yes |
Student Health Service is 0.7 miles away, scores 73 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Broadmead Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Broadmead Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0117 954 9828.
How do patients rate Broadmead Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Broadmead Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 77% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 45 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Broadmead Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Broadmead Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 31 October 2019).
What are the opening times of Broadmead 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 23 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Broadmead Medical Centre?
Call 0117 954 9828. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 59 Broadmead, Bristol, BS1 3EA.
How many patients are registered at Broadmead Medical Centre?
Around 12,269 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Brisdoc PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire 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.