GP surgery in Sefton
Great Crosby and Thornton
Thornton Family Health Centre, Bretlands Road, Thornton, Liverpool, L23 1TQ
Scores 0 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 48% of patients say their experience is good and 18% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 0
- Easy to get through on the phone1
- Easy to contact online0
- Good experience of getting in touch0
- Did not wait too long for the appointment5
Quality of care 1
- Patients rate the surgery as good1
- Patients got what they needed11
- Doctors and nurses listen7
- Patients trust the staff4
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done0
- Meets NHS clinical targets1
- Children vaccinated on time9
What patients say
222 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
18%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
48%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 48% · 2026: 48%
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 | 18% | 57% | 12% |
| Easy to contact via website | 8% | 58% | 6% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 28% | 54% | 17% |
| Reception staff helpful | 67% | 85% | 58% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 20% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 18% | 42% | 9% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 68% | 84% | 65% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 88% | 93% | 87% |
| Good experience of contacting | 38% | 73% | 37% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 28% | 57% | 20% |
| Waiting time was about right | 48% | 69% | 44% |
| Remote appointment | 34% | 26% | 39% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 76% | 87% | 75% |
| Treated with care and concern | 78% | 86% | 78% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 60% | 75% | 59% |
| Had all the information needed | 86% | 92% | 82% |
| Confidence and trust | 83% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 80% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 83% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 48% | 77% | 48% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 71% | 79% | 67% |
| Supported by local services | 58% | 70% | 53% |
| Discussed managing condition | 30% | 43% | 29% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 29% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 222 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 7 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Thornton Family Health Centre, Bretlands Road, Thornton, Liverpool, L23 1TQ
- Phone
- 0151 230 5553
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- NHS code
- N84621 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Crossways Practice
- 168 Liverpool Road, Great Crosby, Liverpool, L23 0QW
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 23 November 2018
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 | 18.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 62% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 67% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 46% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 52% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 51% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 43% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 31% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Crosby and Thorntonthis surgery | – | 0 | 18% | 48% | Yes |
| Ford Medical PracticeLiverpool, L21 0DF | 1.1 miles | 12 | 27% | 59% | Yes |
| Netherton SurgeryBootle, L30 5SP | 1.2 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Glovers Lane SurgeryBootle, L30 5TA | 1.2 miles | 3 | 34% | 61% | Yes |
| Liverpool RD Medical PracticeLiverpool, L23 5TE | 1.3 miles | 80 | 79% | 93% | No |
| 42 KingswayLiverpool, L22 4RQ | 1.4 miles | 75 | 52% | 86% | Yes |
| Kingsway SurgeryLiverpool, L22 4RQ | 1.4 miles | 58 | 60% | 83% | Yes |
| Eastview SurgeryLiverpool, L22 4QD | 1.6 miles | 44 | 47% | 86% | Yes |
| Litherland Primary Care Walk-in ServiceLiverpool, L21 9JN | 1.7 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Litherland PracticeLiverpool, L21 9JN | 1.7 miles | 1 | 23% | 51% | Yes |
Ford Medical Practice is 1.1 miles away, scores 12 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Great Crosby and Thornton taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Great Crosby and Thornton was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0151 230 5553.
How do patients rate Great Crosby and Thornton?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 48% of patients at Great Crosby and Thornton said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 18% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 0 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Great Crosby and Thornton?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Great Crosby and Thornton as Good at its last published inspection (report published 23 November 2018).
What are the opening times of Great Crosby and Thornton?
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 7 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Great Crosby and Thornton?
Call 0151 230 5553. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Thornton Family Health Centre, Bretlands Road, Thornton, Liverpool, L23 1TQ.
Does Great Crosby and Thornton have a branch surgery?
Yes. Great Crosby and Thornton also runs Crossways Practice (168 Liverpool Road, Great Crosby, Liverpool, L23 0QW). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Great Crosby and Thornton?
Around 8,195 patients are registered (January 2025).
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.