GP surgery in Cheshire West and Chester
Kelsall Medical Centre
7 Green Hill Road, Kelsall, Tarporley, CW6 0SN
Scores 87 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 89% of patients say their experience is good and 76% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 78
- Easy to get through on the phone75
- Easy to contact online3
- Good experience of getting in touch87
- Did not wait too long for the appointment79
Quality of care 93
- Patients rate the surgery as good84
- Patients got what they needed81
- Doctors and nurses listen58
- Patients trust the staff88
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done92
- Meets NHS clinical targets67
- Children vaccinated on time57
What patients say
119 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
76%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
89%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
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 | 76% | 57% | 75% |
| Easy to contact via website | 28% | 58% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 46% | 54% | 61% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 29% | 31% | 51% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 51% | 42% | 61% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 96% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 88% | 73% | 87% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 63% | 57% | 58% |
| Waiting time was about right | 81% | 69% | 74% |
| Remote appointment | 15% | 26% | 14% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 97% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 96% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 74% | 75% | 86% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 89% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 93% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 82% |
| Discussed managing condition | 42% | 43% | 61% |
| Agreed a care plan | 36% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 119 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
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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 29 April 2014. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 7 Green Hill Road, Kelsall, Tarporley, CW6 0SN
- Phone
- 01829 751252
- Website
- www.kelsallmedicalcentre.org.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Rural Alliance PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N81120 · 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
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 15.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 6.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 83% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 65% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelsall Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 87 | 76% | 89% | Yes |
| Tarporley Health CentreTarporley, CW6 0BE | 4.0 miles | 89 | 68% | 93% | Yes |
| Drs Adey and DancyTarporley, CW6 0BE | 4.0 miles | 99 | 99% | 99% | Yes |
| Helsby Health CentreFrodsham, WA6 0BW | 4.9 miles | 81 | 75% | 88% | Yes |
| Princeway SurgeriesFrodsham, WA6 6RX | 6.0 miles | 77 | 72% | 89% | Yes |
| The Village Surgeries GroupChester, CH3 9RE | 6.1 miles | 35 | 53% | 76% | – |
| Heath Lane Medical CentreChester, CH3 5UJ | 6.2 miles | 30 | 54% | 69% | Yes |
| Park Medical CentreChester, CH2 3RD | 6.4 miles | 50 | 43% | 75% | Yes |
| Boughton Medical GroupChester, CH2 3DP | 6.6 miles | 87 | 68% | 92% | Yes |
| Bunbury Medical PracticeTarporley, CW6 9PE | 6.8 miles | 96 | 88% | 92% | Yes |
Drs Adey and Dancy is 4.0 miles away, scores 99 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Kelsall Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Kelsall Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01829 751252.
How do patients rate Kelsall Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 89% of patients at Kelsall Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 76% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 87 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Kelsall 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 29 April 2014. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Kelsall Medical Centre?
Call 01829 751252 or visit its website, www.kelsallmedicalcentre.org.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 7 Green Hill Road, Kelsall, Tarporley, CW6 0SN.
How many patients are registered at Kelsall Medical Centre?
Around 5,926 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Rural Alliance PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cheshire and Merseyside 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.