GP surgery in Cheshire West and Chester
Middlewich Road Surgery
163-165 Middlewich Road, Northwich, CW9 7DB
Scores 44 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 58% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2023. 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 37
- Easy to get through on the phone42
- Easy to contact online6
- Good experience of getting in touch41
- Did not wait too long for the appointment47
Quality of care 53
- Patients rate the surgery as good45
- Patients got what they needed23
- Doctors and nurses listen48
- Patients trust the staff53
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done84
- Meets NHS clinical targets88
- Children vaccinated on time91
What patients say
103 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
58%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-12
change since last year
2025: 90% · 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 | 58% | 57% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via website | 33% | 58% | 37% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 38% | 54% | 34% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 43% | 31% | 36% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 51% | 42% | 42% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 78% | 84% | 86% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 81% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 47% | 57% | 68% |
| Waiting time was about right | 71% | 69% | 72% |
| Remote appointment | 14% | 26% | 16% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 96% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 97% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 77% | 70% | 78% |
| Discussed managing condition | 52% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 44% | 46% | 32% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 103 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 8pm |
| 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 24 January 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 163-165 Middlewich Road, Northwich, CW9 7DB
- Phone
- 01606 544700
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Northwich PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N81113 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bariatric equipment: weight support
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Step-free 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? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Requires improvement |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 19.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 21.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 79% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 77% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlewich Road Surgerythis surgery | – | 44 | 58% | 78% | Yes |
| Witton Street SurgeryNorthwich, CW9 5QU | 0.7 miles | 55 | 77% | 81% | Yes |
| Danebridge Medical CentreNorthwich, CW9 5HR | 0.9 miles | 24 | 32% | 71% | Yes |
| Watling Street SurgeryNorthwich, CW9 5EX | 1.0 miles | 43 | 50% | 78% | Yes |
| Firdale Medical CentreNorthwich, CW8 4AZ | 1.6 miles | 94 | 74% | 92% | Yes |
| Oakwood Medical CentreNorthwich, CW8 4LF | 2.5 miles | 13 | 46% | 65% | Yes |
| The Weaverham SurgeryNorthwich, CW8 3EU | 3.7 miles | 67 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
| Willow Wood SurgeryWinsford, CW7 3GY | 4.3 miles | 74 | 80% | 87% | Yes |
| The Weaver Vale SurgeryWinsford, CW7 1AT | 4.9 miles | 85 | 88% | 89% | Yes |
| High Street Practice WinsfordWinsford, CW7 1AT | 4.9 miles | 68 | 77% | 85% | Yes |
Witton Street Surgery is 0.7 miles away, scores 55 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Middlewich Road Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Middlewich Road Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01606 544700.
How do patients rate Middlewich Road Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Middlewich Road Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 58% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 44 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Middlewich Road Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Middlewich Road Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 December 2023).
What are the opening times of Middlewich Road Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, 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 24 January 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Middlewich Road Surgery?
Call 01606 544700. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 163-165 Middlewich Road, Northwich, CW9 7DB.
How many patients are registered at Middlewich Road Surgery?
Around 7,334 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Northwich 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.