GP surgery in Sunderland
Park Lane Practice
1-6 City Green, Sunderland, SR2 7BA
Scores 61 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 81% 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 73
- Easy to get through on the phone84
- Easy to contact online54
- Good experience of getting in touch72
- Did not wait too long for the appointment55
Quality of care 42
- Patients rate the surgery as good37
- Patients got what they needed27
- Doctors and nurses listen57
- Patients trust the staff63
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done80
- Meets NHS clinical targets23
- Children vaccinated on time28
What patients say
97 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
81%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-13
change since last year
2025: 88% · 2026: 75%
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 | 81% | 57% | 82% |
| Easy to contact via website | 60% | 58% | 76% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 65% | 54% | 81% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 43% | 31% | 33% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 75% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 77% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 82% | 73% | 88% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 67% | 57% | 70% |
| Waiting time was about right | 73% | 69% | 83% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 86% | 75% | 87% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 88% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 71% | 79% | 77% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 78% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 57% |
| Agreed a care plan | 55% | 46% | 32% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 97 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 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 12 March 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 1-6 City Green, Sunderland, SR2 7BA
- Phone
- 0191 502 6470
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sunderland East PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A89034 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 20 February 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? | 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 | 12.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 78% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 87% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 67% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 54% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 77% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane Practicethis surgery | – | 61 | 81% | 75% | Yes |
| The New City Medical GroupSunderland, SR1 2QB | 0.4 miles | 74 | 82% | 81% | Yes |
| Deerness Park Medical GroupSunderland, SR2 8AD | 0.5 miles | 17 | 52% | 68% | Yes |
| Riverview SurgerySunderland, SR1 2HJ | 0.5 miles | 81 | 88% | 83% | Yes |
| Ashburn Medical CentreSunderland, SR1 2HJ | 0.5 miles | 72 | 69% | 86% | Yes |
| Millfield Medical GroupSunderland, SR4 7AF | 0.6 miles | 41 | 50% | 82% | Yes |
| Villette SurgerySunderland, SR2 8AX | 0.7 miles | 97 | 86% | 95% | Yes |
| Monkwearmouth Health CentreSunderland, SR6 0AB | 0.8 miles | 70 | 88% | 80% | Yes |
| Chester SurgerySunderland, SR4 7TU | 0.9 miles | 88 | 82% | 90% | Yes |
| St Bede Medical CentreSunderland, SR6 0QQ | 0.9 miles | 45 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
The New City Medical Group is 0.4 miles away, scores 74 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Park Lane Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Park Lane Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 502 6470.
How do patients rate Park Lane Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Park Lane Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 81% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 61 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Park Lane Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Park Lane Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 February 2020).
What are the opening times of Park Lane Practice?
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 12 March 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Park Lane Practice?
Call 0191 502 6470. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 1-6 City Green, Sunderland, SR2 7BA.
How many patients are registered at Park Lane Practice?
Around 4,364 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sunderland East 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.