GP surgery in Birmingham
River Brook Medical Centre
3 River Brook Drive, Stirchley, Birmingham, B30 2SH
Scores 53 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 81% of patients say their experience is good and 53% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Requires improvement in 2026. 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 63
- Easy to get through on the phone33
- Easy to contact online56
- Good experience of getting in touch69
- Did not wait too long for the appointment81
Quality of care 38
- Patients rate the surgery as good57
- Patients got what they needed30
- Doctors and nurses listen80
- Patients trust the staff90
- Inspection rating (Requires improvement)2
- Health checks and screening done14
- Meets NHS clinical targets13
- Children vaccinated on time34
What patients say
101 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
53%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 73% · 2026: 81%
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 | 53% | 57% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via website | 61% | 58% | 43% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 76% | 54% | 44% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 30% | 31% | 37% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 42% | 42% | 50% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 71% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 70% | 57% | 52% |
| Waiting time was about right | 82% | 69% | 85% |
| Remote appointment | 31% | 26% | 34% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 79% | 75% | 76% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 73% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 68% |
| Supported by local services | 64% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 39% | 43% | 47% |
| Agreed a care plan | 43% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 101 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 27 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 3 River Brook Drive, Stirchley, Birmingham, B30 2SH
- Phone
- 0121 451 2525
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.riverbrookmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Pershore PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M85156 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Pram park
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Requires improvement
overall, from the inspection published 28 August 2026
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Requires improvement |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Requires improvement |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 10.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 67% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 81% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Brook Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 53 | 53% | 81% | Yes |
| Moor Green Lane Medical CentreBirmingham, B13 8QS | 0.4 miles | 39 | 51% | 83% | Yes |
| Selly Park SurgeryBirmingham, B29 7NT | 0.8 miles | 92 | 89% | 87% | Yes |
| Featherstone Medical CentreBirmingham, B14 6AA | 1.0 miles | 32 | 83% | 73% | Yes |
| Kingsfield Medical CentreBirmingham, B14 6AA | 1.0 miles | 53 | 57% | 85% | Yes |
| Poplar Primary Care CentreBirmingham, B14 7AG | 1.0 miles | 90 | 71% | 94% | Yes |
| Bournbrook Varsity Medical CentreBirmingham, B29 7DU | 1.1 miles | 73 | 73% | 72% | Yes |
| Selly Oak Health CentreBirmingham, B29 6JG | 1.1 miles | 8 | 40% | 67% | Yes |
| Northwood Medical CentreBirmingham, B30 1BY | 1.5 miles | 50 | 64% | 77% | Yes |
| Moseley Medical CentreBirmingham, B13 9EZ | 1.5 miles | 62 | 68% | 83% | Yes |
Selly Park Surgery is 0.8 miles away, scores 92 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is River Brook Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), River Brook Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 451 2525.
How do patients rate River Brook Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at River Brook Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 53% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 53 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for River Brook Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated River Brook Medical Centre as Requires improvement at its last published inspection (report published 28 August 2026).
What are the opening times of River Brook Medical Centre?
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 27 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact River Brook Medical Centre?
Call 0121 451 2525 or visit its website, www.riverbrookmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 3 River Brook Drive, Stirchley, Birmingham, B30 2SH.
How many patients are registered at River Brook Medical Centre?
Around 10,017 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Pershore PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Birmingham and Solihull 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.