GP surgery in Milnrow
Milnrow Village Practice
Milnrow & Newhey Medical Centre, Newhey Road, Newhey, Rochdale, OL16 4JF
Scores 98 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 95% of patients say their experience is good and 92% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding in 2019. 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 98
- Easy to get through on the phone96
- Easy to contact online93
- Good experience of getting in touch94
- Did not wait too long for the appointment95
Quality of care 97
- Patients rate the surgery as good97
- Patients got what they needed69
- Doctors and nurses listen94
- Patients trust the staff51
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done64
- Meets NHS clinical targets95
- Children vaccinated on time96
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
92%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
95%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 97% · 2026: 95%
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 | 92% | 57% | 92% |
| Easy to contact via website | 81% | 58% | 79% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 75% | 54% | 86% |
| Reception staff helpful | 99% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 34% | 31% | 45% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 57% | 42% | 65% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 99% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 92% | 73% | 92% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 94% | 57% | 93% |
| Waiting time was about right | 91% | 69% | 92% |
| Remote appointment | 16% | 26% | 14% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 96% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 91% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 96% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 95% | 77% | 97% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 94% |
| Supported by local services | 80% | 70% | 85% |
| Discussed managing condition | 46% | 43% | 67% |
| Agreed a care plan | 45% | 46% | 39% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 110 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 12 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Milnrow & Newhey Medical Centre, Newhey Road, Newhey, Rochdale, OL16 4JF
- Phone
- 01706 641409
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Pennines PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P86001 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bariatric equipment: weight support
- Bus stop nearby
- Children’s play area
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Enhanced lighting
- Free on-site car parking
- Free public WiFi
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 25 March 2019
This rating is 7 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? | Outstanding |
| Is it responsive? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 19.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 28.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 22.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 69% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 63% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 81% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milnrow Village Practicethis surgery | – | 98 | 92% | 95% | Yes |
| Stonefield Street SurgeryRochdale, OL16 4JF | under 0.1 miles | 82 | 72% | 90% | Yes |
| Oak Gables Medical PracticeOldham, OL2 8BF | 1.4 miles | 29 | 75% | 79% | Yes |
| Village Medical PracticeOldham, OL2 8BF | 1.4 miles | 34 | 70% | 75% | Yes |
| The Kingsway PracticeRochdale, OL16 4AT | 1.4 miles | 84 | 80% | 92% | Yes |
| Winter PressuresRochdale, OL16 4AT | 1.4 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Wellfield Health CentreRochdale, OL11 1AD | 1.8 miles | 24 | 63% | 77% | Yes |
| Inspire Medical CentreRochdale, OL16 2UY | 1.9 miles | 12 | 41% | 64% | Yes |
| Croft Shifa Health CentreRochdale, OL16 2UP | 2.0 miles | 0 | 25% | 45% | Yes |
| Dr GWD BhimaRochdale, OL11 1DN | 2.1 miles | 96 | 87% | 96% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Milnrow Village Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Milnrow Village Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01706 641409.
How do patients rate Milnrow Village Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 95% of patients at Milnrow Village Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 92% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 98 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Milnrow Village Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Milnrow Village Practice as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 25 March 2019).
What are the opening times of Milnrow Village 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 12 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Milnrow Village Practice?
Call 01706 641409. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Milnrow & Newhey Medical Centre, Newhey Road, Newhey, Rochdale, OL16 4JF.
How many patients are registered at Milnrow Village Practice?
Around 8,058 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Pennines PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Greater Manchester 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.