GP surgery in Cumberland
Seascale Health Centre
Gosforth Road, Seascale, CA20 1PN
Scores 74 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 85% of patients say their experience is good and 72% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. 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 phone69
- Easy to contact online11
- Good experience of getting in touch66
- Did not wait too long for the appointment63
Quality of care 84
- Patients rate the surgery as good70
- Patients got what they needed74
- Doctors and nurses listen84
- Patients trust the staff70
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done80
- Meets NHS clinical targets83
- Children vaccinated on time90
What patients say
127 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
72%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
85%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 87% · 2026: 85%
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 | 72% | 57% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via website | 38% | 58% | 31% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 47% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 29% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 52% | 42% | 56% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 85% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 64% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 75% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 95% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 84% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 96% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 85% | 77% | 87% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 86% | 79% | 88% |
| Supported by local services | 92% | 70% | 80% |
| Discussed managing condition | 46% | 43% | 46% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 40% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 127 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 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 7 February 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Gosforth Road, Seascale, CA20 1PN
- Phone
- 019467 28101
- Website
- www.seascalehc.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Copeland PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A82024 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Dr B Walker Chapel Lane
- Bootle Surgery, Chapel Lane, Bootle, LA19 5UE · 01229 718711
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
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 | 20.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 77% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seascale Health Centrethis surgery | – | 74 | 72% | 85% | Yes |
| Fellview HealthcareEgremont, CA22 2BD | 6.2 miles | 22 | 29% | 68% | Yes |
| Westcroft House SurgeryEgremont, CA22 2DB | 6.3 miles | 61 | 81% | 83% | Yes |
| Lowther Medical CentreWhitehaven, CA28 7RG | 11.1 miles | 27 | 40% | 71% | Yes |
| Mansion House SurgeryWhitehaven, CA28 7BU | 11.2 miles | 79 | 64% | 88% | Yes |
| Distington SurgeryWorkington, CA14 5UR | 13.9 miles | 83 | 75% | 87% | Yes |
| Waterloo House SurgeryMillom, LA18 4BY | 15.6 miles | 74 | 72% | 86% | Yes |
| Duddon Valley Medical PracticeAskam-in-Furness, LA16 7JP | 18.3 miles | 81 | 79% | 85% | Yes |
| Castlehead Medical CentreKeswick, CA12 4DB | 19.6 miles | 54 | 73% | 79% | Yes |
| Ulverston Community Health CentreUlverston, LA12 7BT | 20.6 miles | 70 | 75% | 89% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Seascale Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Seascale Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 019467 28101.
How do patients rate Seascale Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 85% of patients at Seascale Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 72% 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 Seascale Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Seascale Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 9 September 2022).
What are the opening times of Seascale Health 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 7 February 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Seascale Health Centre?
Call 019467 28101 or visit its website, www.seascalehc.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Gosforth Road, Seascale, CA20 1PN.
Does Seascale Health Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Seascale Health Centre also runs Dr B Walker Chapel Lane (Bootle Surgery, Chapel Lane, Bootle, LA19 5UE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Seascale Health Centre?
Around 5,921 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Copeland 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.