GP surgery in Cramlington
Forum Family Practice
The Health Centre, Forum Way, Cramlington, NE23 6QN
Scores 95 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 89% of patients say their experience is good and 89% 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 97
- Easy to get through on the phone93
- Easy to contact online93
- Good experience of getting in touch95
- Did not wait too long for the appointment91
Quality of care 89
- Patients rate the surgery as good85
- Patients got what they needed78
- Doctors and nurses listen72
- Patients trust the staff99
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done68
- Meets NHS clinical targets73
- Children vaccinated on time64
What patients say
125 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
89%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
89%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 91% · 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 | 89% | 57% | 84% |
| Easy to contact via website | 80% | 58% | 76% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 71% | 54% | 68% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 95% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 32% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 64% | 42% | 49% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 97% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 93% | 73% | 87% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 82% | 57% | 69% |
| Waiting time was about right | 87% | 69% | 84% |
| Remote appointment | 19% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 92% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 82% | 75% | 87% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 100% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 89% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 77% |
| Supported by local services | 88% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 58% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 54% | 46% | 48% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 125 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 11 May 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Health Centre, Forum Way, Cramlington, NE23 6QN
- Phone
- 01670 713021
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.forumfamilypractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Cramlington Seaton Valley PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A84038 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Parent and baby room
- Baby changing facility
- Car 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 | 20.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 84% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 66% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forum Family Practicethis surgery | – | 95 | 89% | 89% | Yes |
| Npc CramlingtonCramlington, NE23 6QN | under 0.1 miles | 94 | 86% | 91% | Yes |
| Village Medical GroupCramlington, NE23 6US | 0.2 miles | 96 | 79% | 93% | Yes |
| Netherfield HouseCramlington, NE23 7EF | 2.2 miles | 91 | 84% | 92% | Yes |
| Npc Elsdon AvenueWhitley Bay, NE25 0BW | 2.8 miles | 77 | 80% | 86% | Yes |
| Wideopen Medical CentreNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE13 6LN | 2.8 miles | 52 | 67% | 75% | Yes |
| Woodlands Park Health CentreNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE13 6JJ | 3.1 miles | 56 | 65% | 78% | Yes |
| Bedlingtonshire Med.groupBedlington, NE22 6JX | 3.3 miles | 80 | 62% | 91% | Yes |
| Wellspring Medical PracticeNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 6HS | 3.4 miles | 92 | 75% | 89% | Yes |
| Mallard Medical PracticeNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 6HS | 3.4 miles | 43 | 89% | 76% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Forum Family Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Forum Family Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01670 713021.
How do patients rate Forum Family Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 89% of patients at Forum Family Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 89% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 95 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Forum Family Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Forum Family Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 28 April 2026).
What are the opening times of Forum Family Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 11 May 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Forum Family Practice?
Call 01670 713021 or visit its website, www.forumfamilypractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Health Centre, Forum Way, Cramlington, NE23 6QN.
How many patients are registered at Forum Family Practice?
Around 9,019 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Cramlington Seaton Valley PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East and North Cumbria 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.