GP surgery in Burntwood
Darwin Medical Practice
Greenwood Health Centre, Lichfield Road, Burntwood, WS7 0AQ
Scores 42 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 53% 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 43
- Easy to get through on the phone33
- Easy to contact online68
- Good experience of getting in touch69
- Did not wait too long for the appointment22
Quality of care 42
- Patients rate the surgery as good60
- Patients got what they needed20
- Doctors and nurses listen41
- Patients trust the staff48
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done12
- Meets NHS clinical targets60
- Children vaccinated on time72
What patients say
111 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
53%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 87% · 2026: 82%
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 | 53% | 57% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via website | 66% | 58% | 53% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 64% | 54% | 66% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 25% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 57% |
| Waiting time was about right | 61% | 69% | 64% |
| Remote appointment | 25% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 94% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 88% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 86% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 87% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 82% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 75% |
| Discussed managing condition | 42% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 36% | 46% | 48% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 111 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 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 13 June 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Greenwood Health Centre, Lichfield Road, Burntwood, WS7 0AQ
- Phone
- 01543 682654
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.darwinmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Burntwood PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M83617 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Chasetown Medical Centre
- 29-31 High Street, Chasetown, Burntwood, WS7 3XE
- St Chads Health Centre
- Dimbles Lane, Lichfield, WS13 7HT
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
- 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 18 March 2019
This rating is 7 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 | 18.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 21.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 54% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 62% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 46% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 69% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwin Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 42 | 53% | 82% | Yes |
| Salters Meadow Health CentreBurntwood, WS7 1AQ | 1.4 miles | 38 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
| Holland Park SurgeryWalsall, WS8 7JB | 2.3 miles | 57 | 66% | 80% | Yes |
| Parkside Medical PracticeWalsall, WS8 7JB | 2.3 miles | 89 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
| New Road Medical CentreWalsall, WS8 7JG | 2.5 miles | 94 | 91% | 89% | Yes |
| Norton Canes PracticeCannock, WS11 9SE | 2.9 miles | 50 | 73% | 79% | Yes |
| Norton Canes Health CentreCannock, WS11 9SE | 2.9 miles | 93 | 79% | 91% | Yes |
| Norton Canes SurgeryCannock, WS11 9SE | 2.9 miles | 52 | 67% | 80% | Yes |
| The Langton Medical GroupLichfield, WS13 7FA | 3.0 miles | 29 | 46% | 70% | Yes |
| Walsall Wood Health CentreWalsall, WS9 9NP | 3.4 miles | 80 | 92% | 86% | Yes |
Holland Park Surgery is 2.3 miles away, scores 57 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Darwin Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Darwin Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01543 682654.
How do patients rate Darwin Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Darwin Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 53% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 42 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Darwin Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Darwin Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 18 March 2019).
What are the opening times of Darwin Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 13 June 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Darwin Medical Practice?
Call 01543 682654 or visit its website, www.darwinmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Greenwood Health Centre, Lichfield Road, Burntwood, WS7 0AQ.
Does Darwin Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Darwin Medical Practice also runs Chasetown Medical Centre (29-31 High Street, Chasetown, Burntwood, WS7 3XE) and St Chads Health Centre (Dimbles Lane, Lichfield, WS13 7HT). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Darwin Medical Practice?
Around 23,758 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Burntwood PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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.