GP surgery in Bournemouth
St Albans Medical Centre
26-28 St. Albans Crescent, Charminster, Bournemouth, BH8 9EW
Scores 85 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 94% of patients say their experience is good and 79% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. 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 84
- Easy to get through on the phone81
- Easy to contact online9
- Good experience of getting in touch84
- Did not wait too long for the appointment93
Quality of care 82
- Patients rate the surgery as good94
- Patients got what they needed87
- Doctors and nurses listen72
- Patients trust the staff93
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done11
- Meets NHS clinical targets32
- Children vaccinated on time45
What patients say
118 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
79%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
93%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 92% · 2026: 94%
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 | 79% | 57% | 72% |
| Easy to contact via website | 36% | 58% | 46% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 44% | 54% | 75% |
| Reception staff helpful | 93% | 85% | 97% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 51% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 63% | 42% | 68% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 94% | 84% | 96% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 87% | 73% | 90% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 58% | 57% | 77% |
| Waiting time was about right | 89% | 69% | 83% |
| Remote appointment | 19% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 92% | 87% | 96% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 95% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 99% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 93% | 77% | 92% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 84% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 53% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 68% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 118 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 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 7:45pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 7:45pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 16 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 26-28 St. Albans Crescent, Charminster, Bournemouth, BH8 9EW
- Phone
- 01202 517333
- Website
- www.stalbansmc.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Central Bournemouth PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J81062 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- St Albans Medical Centre
- East Way, Bournemouth, BH8 9PU
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 26 November 2019
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 | 13.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 60% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 71% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 62% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 47% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Albans Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 85 | 79% | 94% | Yes |
| Denmark Road Medical CentreBournemouth, BH9 1PB | 0.8 miles | 25 | 58% | 73% | Yes |
| The Banks & Bearwood Medical CentreBournemouth, BH3 7AT | 0.9 miles | 23 | 48% | 69% | Yes |
| Woodlea House SurgeryBournemouth, BH8 9NX | 1.0 miles | 37 | 61% | 82% | Yes |
| Moordown Medical CentreBournemouth, BH9 2XF | 1.2 miles | 72 | 81% | 85% | Yes |
| Littledown SurgeryBournemouth, BH7 7BU | 1.2 miles | 72 | 66% | 91% | Yes |
| Crescent Providence SurgeryBournemouth, BH1 4HA | 1.2 miles | 44 | 61% | 77% | Yes |
| James Fisher Medical CentreBournemouth, BH9 3LQ | 1.3 miles | 41 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
| The Panton PracticeBournemouth, BH1 3EG | 1.4 miles | 12 | 49% | 68% | Yes |
| Village SurgeryPoole, BH12 5BF | 1.6 miles | 8 | 50% | 61% | Yes |
Common questions
Is St Albans Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), St Albans Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01202 517333.
How do patients rate St Albans Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 94% of patients at St Albans Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 79% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 85 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for St Albans Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated St Albans Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 26 November 2019).
What are the opening times of St Albans Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 7:45pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 7:45pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 16 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact St Albans Medical Centre?
Call 01202 517333 or visit its website, www.stalbansmc.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 26-28 St. Albans Crescent, Charminster, Bournemouth, BH8 9EW.
Does St Albans Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. St Albans Medical Centre also runs St Albans Medical Centre (East Way, Bournemouth, BH8 9PU). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at St Albans Medical Centre?
Around 11,096 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Central Bournemouth PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Dorset 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.