GP surgery in Consett
Oakfields Health Group
Hamsterley Colliery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE17 7SB
Scores 74 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 71% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2020. 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 82
- Easy to get through on the phone68
- Easy to contact online83
- Good experience of getting in touch80
- Did not wait too long for the appointment78
Quality of care 60
- Patients rate the surgery as good63
- Patients got what they needed32
- Doctors and nurses listen32
- Patients trust the staff35
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done87
- Meets NHS clinical targets98
- Children vaccinated on time94
What patients say
116 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
71%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-4
change since last year
2025: 86% · 2026: 83%
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 | 71% | 57% | 85% |
| Easy to contact via website | 73% | 58% | 87% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 58% | 54% | 69% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 21% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 53% | 42% | 53% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 86% | 73% | 87% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 53% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 81% | 69% | 84% |
| Remote appointment | 40% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 86% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 84% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 25% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 116 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.
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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 7:45pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Hamsterley Colliery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE17 7SB
- Phone
- 01207 560206
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.oakfieldshealthgroup.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Derwentside PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A83618 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Dipton Surgery
- Front Street, Dipton, Stanley, DH9 9DA
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Lift
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 7 May 2020
This rating is 6 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? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 21.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 23.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 79% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 86% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 63% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfields Health Groupthis surgery | – | 74 | 71% | 83% | Yes |
| Chopwell Primary Healthcare CentreNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE17 7BU | 1.1 miles | 66 | 90% | 79% | Yes |
| Queens Road SurgeryConsett, DH8 0BW | 2.8 miles | 90 | 90% | 95% | Yes |
| Cedars Medical GroupNewcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 6HU | 3.0 miles | 97 | 84% | 92% | Yes |
| Leadgate SurgeryConsett, DH8 6DP | 3.0 miles | 50 | 75% | 68% | Yes |
| Consett Medical CentreConsett, DH8 5YA | 3.6 miles | 48 | 54% | 79% | Yes |
| Riversdale SurgeryPrudhoe, NE42 5DQ | 4.2 miles | 95 | 96% | 93% | Yes |
| The Adderlane SurgeryPrudhoe, NE42 5HR | 4.2 miles | 98 | 97% | 94% | Yes |
| Prudhoe Medical GroupPrudhoe, NE42 5PW | 4.3 miles | 90 | 73% | 91% | Yes |
| Branch End SurgeryStocksfield, NE43 7LL | 4.4 miles | 96 | 93% | 93% | Yes |
Queens Road Surgery is 2.8 miles away, scores 90 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Oakfields Health Group taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Oakfields Health Group was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01207 560206.
How do patients rate Oakfields Health Group?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at Oakfields Health Group said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 71% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 74 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Oakfields Health Group?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Oakfields Health Group as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 May 2020).
What are the opening times of Oakfields Health Group?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 7:45pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Oakfields Health Group?
Call 01207 560206 or visit its website, www.oakfieldshealthgroup.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Hamsterley Colliery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE17 7SB.
Does Oakfields Health Group have a branch surgery?
Yes. Oakfields Health Group also runs Dipton Surgery (Front Street, Dipton, Stanley, DH9 9DA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Oakfields Health Group?
Around 7,675 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Derwentside PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East and North Cumbria 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.