GP surgery in Barnsley
Hoyland Medical Practice
The Hoyland Centre, High Croft, Hoyland, Barnsley, S74 9AF
Scores 31 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 41% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2024. 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 19
- Easy to get through on the phone15
- Easy to contact online14
- Good experience of getting in touch14
- Did not wait too long for the appointment50
Quality of care 52
- Patients rate the surgery as good45
- Patients got what they needed58
- Doctors and nurses listen32
- Patients trust the staff67
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done50
- Meets NHS clinical targets65
- Children vaccinated on time62
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
41%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 79% · 2026: 78%
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 | 41% | 57% | 36% |
| Easy to contact via website | 40% | 58% | 25% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 49% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 30% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 21% | 42% | 45% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 69% | 84% | 78% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 60% | 73% | 62% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 47% | 57% | 57% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 81% |
| Remote appointment | 10% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 81% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 79% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 76% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 71% |
| Discussed managing condition | 35% | 43% | 55% |
| Agreed a care plan | 52% | 46% | 30% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 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 7pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 August 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Hoyland Centre, High Croft, Hoyland, Barnsley, S74 9AF
- Phone
- 01226 355800
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Fcp Service - Barnsley PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C85022 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Wood JD ( High Green )
- Cape Horn Medical Centre, 1 Jeffcock Road, High Green, Sheffield, S35 4HJ · 01226 743208
Access and facilities
- Car parking
- Cycle 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? | Requires improvement |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 19.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 26.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 66% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 71% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 67% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoyland Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 31 | 41% | 78% | Yes |
| Walderslade SurgeryBarnsley, S74 9AF | under 0.1 miles | 52 | 42% | 91% | Yes |
| Wombwell Medical Centre PracticeBarnsley, S73 0DD | 2.2 miles | 27 | 28% | 76% | Yes |
| The Dove Valley PMS PracticeBarnsley, S70 5NZ | 2.2 miles | 21 | 30% | 75% | Yes |
| Wombwell GMS PracticeBarnsley, S73 0AJ | 2.3 miles | 40 | 41% | 78% | Yes |
| Thorpe Hesley SurgeryRotherham, S61 2QP | 2.9 miles | 52 | 77% | 78% | Yes |
| Ashville Medical Centre PMS PracticeBarnsley, S70 3NE | 3.1 miles | 81 | 63% | 91% | Yes |
| Chapelgreen PracticeSheffield, S35 1RN | 3.3 miles | 28 | 19% | 70% | Yes |
| The Kakoty PracticeBarnsley, S70 4NW | 3.5 miles | 77 | 79% | 90% | Yes |
| Garland House SurgeryBarnsley, S73 9JX | 3.6 miles | 41 | 53% | 78% | Yes |
Walderslade Surgery is under 0.1 miles away, scores 52 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Hoyland Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Hoyland Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01226 355800.
How do patients rate Hoyland Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Hoyland Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 41% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 31 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Hoyland Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Hoyland Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 4 January 2024).
What are the opening times of Hoyland Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 7pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 August 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Hoyland Medical Practice?
Call 01226 355800. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Hoyland Centre, High Croft, Hoyland, Barnsley, S74 9AF.
Does Hoyland Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Hoyland Medical Practice also runs Wood JD ( High Green ) (Cape Horn Medical Centre, 1 Jeffcock Road, High Green, Sheffield, S35 4HJ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Hoyland Medical Practice?
Around 12,989 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Fcp Service - Barnsley PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South Yorkshire 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.