GP surgery in Rawtenstall
Ilex View Medical Practice
Rossendale Primary Health CC, 161 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, BB4 7PL
Scores 52 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 65% 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 60
- Easy to get through on the phone56
- Easy to contact online9
- Good experience of getting in touch73
- Did not wait too long for the appointment62
Quality of care 40
- Patients rate the surgery as good62
- Patients got what they needed38
- Doctors and nurses listen41
- Patients trust the staff14
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done22
- Meets NHS clinical targets42
- Children vaccinated on time43
What patients say
105 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
65%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-4
change since last year
2025: 86% · 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 | 65% | 57% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via website | 36% | 58% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 52% | 54% | 42% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 97% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 49% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 30% | 42% | 46% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 86% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 83% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 68% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 86% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 77% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 88% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 89% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 86% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 77% | 79% | 66% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 70% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 32% | 46% | 51% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 105 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 25 September 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Rossendale Primary Health CC, 161 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, BB4 7PL
- Phone
- 01706 335400
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Rossendale West PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P81118 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Lift
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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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 | 14.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 69% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 60% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 54% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilex View Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 52 | 65% | 82% | Yes |
| Fairmore Medical PracticeRossendale, BB4 7PL | under 0.1 miles | 13 | 54% | 74% | Yes |
| St James' Medical CentreRossendale, BB4 8HH | 0.7 miles | 54 | 53% | 82% | Yes |
| Waterfoot Medical PracticeRossendale, BB4 7DN | 1.3 miles | 56 | 69% | 81% | Yes |
| Rossendale Valley Medical PracticeRossendale, BB4 5SL | 1.8 miles | 73 | 87% | 80% | Yes |
| Haslingden HealthcareRossendale, BB4 5SL | 1.8 miles | 84 | 81% | 88% | Yes |
| Hazelvalley Family PracticeRossendale, BB4 5SL | 1.8 miles | 92 | 79% | 91% | Yes |
| Irwell Medical PracticeBacup, OL13 9NR | 3.4 miles | 64 | 70% | 80% | Yes |
| Ramsbottom Medical PracticeBury, BL0 9DD | 3.9 miles | 18 | 46% | 65% | Yes |
| Peel House Medical PracticeAccrington, BB5 2EJ | 4.9 miles | 36 | 50% | 78% | Yes |
Rossendale Valley Medical Practice is 1.8 miles away, scores 73 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Ilex View Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ilex View Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01706 335400.
How do patients rate Ilex View Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Ilex View Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 65% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 52 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ilex View Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ilex View Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 15 January 2024).
What are the opening times of Ilex View Medical Practice?
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 25 September 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ilex View Medical Practice?
Call 01706 335400. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Rossendale Primary Health CC, 161 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, BB4 7PL.
How many patients are registered at Ilex View Medical Practice?
Around 9,869 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Rossendale West PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Lancashire and South 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.