GP surgery in Stafford
Mill Bank
Water Street, Stafford, ST16 2AG
Scores 27 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 39% 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 23
- Easy to get through on the phone12
- Easy to contact online16
- Good experience of getting in touch42
- Did not wait too long for the appointment33
Quality of care 36
- Patients rate the surgery as good46
- Patients got what they needed10
- Doctors and nurses listen47
- Patients trust the staff37
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done48
- Meets NHS clinical targets61
- Children vaccinated on time53
What patients say
119 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
39%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+10
change since last year
2025: 69% · 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 | 39% | 57% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via website | 41% | 58% | 37% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 28% | 54% | 24% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 80% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 25% | 42% | 17% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 78% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 73% | 73% | 61% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 48% | 57% | 38% |
| Waiting time was about right | 66% | 69% | 58% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 27% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 81% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 75% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 87% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 83% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 68% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 65% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 55% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 44% | 46% | 30% |
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
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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 11 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Water Street, Stafford, ST16 2AG
- Phone
- 01785 258348
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Stafford Central PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M83057 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 19 July 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 | 16.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 68% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 79% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 84% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 60% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Bankthis surgery | – | 27 | 39% | 78% | Yes |
| Wolverhampton Road SurgeryStafford, ST17 4BS | 0.3 miles | 20 | 38% | 77% | Yes |
| CastlefieldsStafford, ST16 1BS | 0.5 miles | 44 | 62% | 75% | Yes |
| Stafford Health and WellbeingStafford, ST16 3EB | 1.2 miles | 18 | 29% | 64% | Yes |
| Rising BrookStafford, ST17 9LY | 1.2 miles | 43 | 67% | 75% | Yes |
| HolmcroftStafford, ST16 1JG | 1.3 miles | 2 | 27% | 55% | Yes |
| Weeping Cross Health CentreStafford, ST17 0EG | 1.9 miles | 42 | 63% | 77% | Yes |
| Hazeldene House SurgeryStafford, ST18 0SU | 4.8 miles | 41 | 54% | 74% | Yes |
| Penkridge Medical PracticeStafford, ST19 5AP | 5.5 miles | 54 | 49% | 82% | Yes |
| GnosallStafford, ST20 0GP | 5.9 miles | 97 | 88% | 95% | Yes |
Castlefields is 0.5 miles away, scores 44 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Mill Bank taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Mill Bank was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01785 258348.
How do patients rate Mill Bank?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Mill Bank said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 39% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 27 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Mill Bank?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Mill Bank as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 July 2017).
What are the opening times of Mill Bank?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 11 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Mill Bank?
Call 01785 258348. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Water Street, Stafford, ST16 2AG.
How many patients are registered at Mill Bank?
Around 10,472 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Stafford Central PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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.