GP surgery in Kirklees
Meltham Group Practice
1 the Cobbles, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 5QQ
Scores 94 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 85% of patients say their experience is good and 94% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 phone97
- Easy to contact online96
- Good experience of getting in touch89
- Did not wait too long for the appointment95
Quality of care 86
- Patients rate the surgery as good72
- Patients got what they needed88
- Doctors and nurses listen37
- Patients trust the staff96
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done91
- Meets NHS clinical targets82
- Children vaccinated on time79
What patients say
107 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
94%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
85%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-10
change since last year
2025: 95% · 2026: 85%
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 | 94% | 57% | 81% |
| Easy to contact via website | 84% | 58% | 77% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 87% | 54% | 68% |
| Reception staff helpful | 99% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 24% | 31% | 23% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 75% | 42% | 57% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 96% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 89% | 73% | 89% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 81% | 57% | 74% |
| Waiting time was about right | 90% | 69% | 89% |
| Remote appointment | 8% | 26% | 15% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 96% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 77% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 100% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 85% | 77% | 95% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 94% |
| Supported by local services | 78% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 42% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 37% | 46% | 35% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 107 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 | 8:15am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:15am to 9pm |
| Wednesday | 8:15am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:15am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:15am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 May 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 1 the Cobbles, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 5QQ
- Phone
- 01484 347620
- [email protected]
- Website
- melthamgp.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- The Valleys Health & Social Care PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B85032 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 16 June 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 18.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 80% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 82% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 66% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 86% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 81% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meltham Group Practicethis surgery | – | 94 | 94% | 85% | Yes |
| Colne Valley Group PracticeHuddersfield, HD7 5JN | 2.3 miles | 89 | 75% | 93% | Yes |
| Slaithwaite Health CentreHuddersfield, HD7 5AB | 2.3 miles | 92 | 82% | 91% | Yes |
| Honley SurgeryHolmfirth, HD9 6AG | 2.4 miles | 91 | 85% | 89% | Yes |
| Oaklands Health CentreHolmfirth, HD9 3TQ | 2.8 miles | 94 | 84% | 89% | Yes |
| Elmwood Family DoctorsHolmfirth, HD9 3TR | 2.9 miles | 96 | 93% | 95% | Yes |
| New Street & Netherton Group PracticeHuddersfield, HD3 4LB | 3.1 miles | 75 | 75% | 84% | Yes |
| Fieldhead SurgeryHuddersfield, HD7 4QQ | 3.3 miles | 27 | 50% | 74% | Yes |
| Meltham Road SurgeryHuddersfield, HD1 3UP | 3.3 miles | 20 | 63% | 77% | Yes |
| Lockwood SurgeryHuddersfield, HD1 3XH | 3.4 miles | 11 | 61% | 67% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Meltham Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Meltham Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01484 347620.
How do patients rate Meltham Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 85% of patients at Meltham Group Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 94% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 94 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Meltham Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Meltham Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 16 June 2017).
What are the opening times of Meltham Group Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:15am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:15am to 9pm, Wednesday 8:15am to 6pm, Thursday 8:15am to 6pm, Friday 8:15am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 May 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Meltham Group Practice?
Call 01484 347620 or visit its website, melthamgp.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 1 the Cobbles, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 5QQ.
How many patients are registered at Meltham Group Practice?
Around 5,955 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of The Valleys Health & Social Care PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West 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.