GP surgery in Stockport
Caritas General Practice Partnership
262 Stockport Road, Cheadle Heath, Stockport, SK3 0RQ
Scores 83 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 89% of patients say their experience is good and 64% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 79
- Easy to get through on the phone54
- Easy to contact online77
- Good experience of getting in touch78
- Did not wait too long for the appointment89
Quality of care 83
- Patients rate the surgery as good84
- Patients got what they needed80
- Doctors and nurses listen87
- Patients trust the staff92
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done29
- Meets NHS clinical targets25
- Children vaccinated on time76
What patients say
117 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
64%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
89%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+5
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 89%
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 | 64% | 57% | 75% |
| Easy to contact via website | 70% | 58% | 70% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 65% | 54% | 43% |
| Reception staff helpful | 89% | 85% | 86% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 30% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 49% | 42% | 46% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 88% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 80% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 52% |
| Waiting time was about right | 87% | 69% | 81% |
| Remote appointment | 30% | 26% | 32% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 95% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 96% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 89% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 89% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 26% | 46% | 62% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 117 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 | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 12 June 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 262 Stockport Road, Cheadle Heath, Stockport, SK3 0RQ
- Phone
- 0161 983 5777
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.caritasgppartnership.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Victoria PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P88013 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Ellesmere Medical Centre
- 262 Stockport Road, Cheadle Heath, Stockport, SK3 0RQ
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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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 | 17.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 66% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 68% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 60% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caritas General Practice Partnershipthis surgery | – | 83 | 64% | 89% | Yes |
| Adshall Road Medical PracCheadle, SK8 2JN | 0.7 miles | 92 | 77% | 92% | Yes |
| Stockport Medical GroupStockport, SK3 9NX | 0.8 miles | 40 | 49% | 76% | Yes |
| Cheadle Medical PracticeCheadle, SK8 1BH | 0.9 miles | 61 | 54% | 79% | Yes |
| Heaton Mersey Med.practStockport, SK4 3BT | 0.9 miles | 75 | 84% | 85% | Yes |
| Kingsway Medical PracticeManchester, M19 1UG | 1.6 miles | 43 | 59% | 77% | Yes |
| Heaton Norris Medical PracticeStockport, SK4 1JX | 1.6 miles | 66 | 65% | 87% | Yes |
| Gatley Medical CentreCheadle, SK8 4DG | 1.7 miles | 76 | 68% | 87% | Yes |
| Barlow Medical CentreManchester, M20 2RN | 1.8 miles | 67 | 49% | 81% | Yes |
| Heaton Moor Medical GroupStockport, SK4 4NX | 1.8 miles | 45 | 56% | 76% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Caritas General Practice Partnership taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Caritas General Practice Partnership was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0161 983 5777.
How do patients rate Caritas General Practice Partnership?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 89% of patients at Caritas General Practice Partnership said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 64% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 83 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Caritas General Practice Partnership?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Caritas General Practice Partnership as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 August 2026).
What are the opening times of Caritas General Practice Partnership?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 12 June 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Caritas General Practice Partnership?
Call 0161 983 5777 or visit its website, www.caritasgppartnership.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 262 Stockport Road, Cheadle Heath, Stockport, SK3 0RQ.
Does Caritas General Practice Partnership have a branch surgery?
Yes. Caritas General Practice Partnership also runs Ellesmere Medical Centre (262 Stockport Road, Cheadle Heath, Stockport, SK3 0RQ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Caritas General Practice Partnership?
Around 12,527 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Victoria PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Greater Manchester 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.