GP surgery in Sunderland
Red House Medical Centre
Red House Surgery, 127 Renfrew Road, Sunderland, SR5 5PS
Scores 5 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 58% of patients say their experience is good and 56% 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 10
- Easy to get through on the phone39
- Easy to contact online9
- Good experience of getting in touch6
- Did not wait too long for the appointment3
Quality of care 4
- Patients rate the surgery as good5
- Patients got what they needed1
- Doctors and nurses listen17
- Patients trust the staff10
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done14
- Meets NHS clinical targets18
- Children vaccinated on time71
What patients say
100 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
56%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
58%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-12
change since last year
2025: 71% · 2026: 58%
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 | 56% | 57% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via website | 36% | 58% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 46% | 54% | 52% |
| Reception staff helpful | 69% | 85% | 72% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 30% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 35% | 42% | 42% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 75% | 84% | 72% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 83% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 53% | 73% | 62% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 39% | 57% | 54% |
| Waiting time was about right | 43% | 69% | 45% |
| Remote appointment | 16% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 81% | 87% | 80% |
| Treated with care and concern | 77% | 86% | 81% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 63% | 75% | 70% |
| Had all the information needed | 81% | 92% | 85% |
| Confidence and trust | 86% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 86% | 92% | 76% |
| Needs were met | 75% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 58% | 77% | 71% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 59% | 79% | 66% |
| Supported by local services | 44% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 31% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 54% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 100 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 | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 November 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Red House Surgery, 127 Renfrew Road, Sunderland, SR5 5PS
- Phone
- 0191 537 5700
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sunderland North PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A89008 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- 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 8 March 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 | 20.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 19.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 60% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 64% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 45% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 65% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red House Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 5 | 56% | 58% | Yes |
| Bridge View Medical GroupSunderland, SR5 2LT | 1.0 miles | 32 | 54% | 72% | Yes |
| Forge Medical PracticeSunderland, SR4 6QE | 1.2 miles | 75 | 77% | 82% | Yes |
| Hylton Medical GroupSunderland, SR4 7XF | 1.2 miles | 87 | 93% | 95% | Yes |
| Pallion Primary Care ServicesSunderland, SR4 7XF | 1.2 miles | – | – | – | No |
| Pallion Family PracticeSunderland, SR4 7XF | 1.2 miles | 55 | 66% | 79% | Yes |
| Castletown Medical CentreSunderland, SR5 3EX | 1.4 miles | 59 | 76% | 82% | Yes |
| Wearside Medical PracticeSunderland, SR4 7XF | 1.5 miles | 56 | 83% | 83% | Yes |
| Fulwell Medical Centre,Sunderland, SR6 8DZ | 1.7 miles | 88 | 86% | 89% | Yes |
| Millfield Medical GroupSunderland, SR4 7AF | 1.7 miles | 41 | 50% | 82% | Yes |
Bridge View Medical Group is 1.0 miles away, scores 32 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Red House Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Red House Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 537 5700.
How do patients rate Red House Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 58% of patients at Red House Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 56% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 5 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Red House Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Red House Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 8 March 2017).
What are the opening times of Red House Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 November 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Red House Medical Centre?
Call 0191 537 5700. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Red House Surgery, 127 Renfrew Road, Sunderland, SR5 5PS.
How many patients are registered at Red House Medical Centre?
Around 5,544 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sunderland North 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.