GP surgery in Brandwood
Featherstone Medical Centre
158 Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 6AA
Scores 32 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 73% of patients say their experience is good and 83% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2015. 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 54
- Easy to get through on the phone86
- Easy to contact online73
- Good experience of getting in touch63
- Did not wait too long for the appointment5
Quality of care 10
- Patients rate the surgery as good28
- Patients got what they needed6
- Doctors and nurses listen9
- Patients trust the staff3
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done30
- Meets NHS clinical targets22
- Children vaccinated on time18
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
83%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
73%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 75% · 2026: 73%
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 | 83% | 57% | 76% |
| Easy to contact via website | 68% | 58% | 35% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 40% | 54% | 51% |
| Reception staff helpful | 80% | 85% | 85% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 44% | 31% | 46% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 62% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 80% | 73% | 74% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 69% | 57% | 64% |
| Waiting time was about right | 47% | 69% | 55% |
| Remote appointment | 34% | 26% | 22% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 78% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 74% | 86% | 87% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 67% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 82% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 87% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 81% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 73% | 77% | 75% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 65% | 79% | 73% |
| Supported by local services | 60% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 52% |
| Agreed a care plan | 43% | 46% | 15% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 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.
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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 10 March 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 158 Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 6AA
- Phone
- 0121 444 1186
- Website
- www.featherstonemedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Pershore PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M85693 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 13 August 2015
This rating is 11 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 | 11.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 69% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 64% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 81% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 68% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Featherstone Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 32 | 83% | 73% | Yes |
| Kingsfield Medical CentreBirmingham, B14 6AA | under 0.1 miles | 53 | 57% | 85% | Yes |
| Poplar Primary Care CentreBirmingham, B14 7AG | 0.6 miles | 90 | 71% | 94% | Yes |
| Green Ridge SurgeryBirmingham, B13 0HN | 0.9 miles | 71 | 62% | 87% | Yes |
| River Brook Medical CentreBirmingham, B30 2SH | 1.0 miles | 53 | 53% | 81% | Yes |
| Moor Green Lane Medical CentreBirmingham, B13 8QS | 1.1 miles | 39 | 51% | 83% | Yes |
| Maypole Health Surgery YBirmingham, B14 5DJ | 1.2 miles | 64 | 62% | 80% | Yes |
| Moseley Medical CentreBirmingham, B13 9EZ | 1.3 miles | 62 | 68% | 83% | Yes |
| Wake Green SurgeryBirmingham, B13 9HD | 1.4 miles | 37 | 51% | 75% | Yes |
| Yardley Wood Health CentreBirmingham, B14 4DU | 1.5 miles | 86 | 75% | 89% | Yes |
Kingsfield Medical Centre is under 0.1 miles away, scores 53 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Featherstone Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Featherstone Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 444 1186.
How do patients rate Featherstone Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 73% of patients at Featherstone Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 83% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 32 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Featherstone Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Featherstone Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 13 August 2015).
What are the opening times of Featherstone 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 10 March 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Featherstone Medical Centre?
Call 0121 444 1186 or visit its website, www.featherstonemedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 158 Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 6AA.
How many patients are registered at Featherstone Medical Centre?
Around 2,459 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Pershore PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Birmingham and Solihull 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.