GP surgery in Penwortham
St. Mary's Health Centre
Cop Lane, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 0SR
Scores 80 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 80% 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 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 88
- Easy to get through on the phone84
- Easy to contact online94
- Good experience of getting in touch79
- Did not wait too long for the appointment81
Quality of care 64
- Patients rate the surgery as good52
- Patients got what they needed27
- Doctors and nurses listen78
- Patients trust the staff97
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done57
- Meets NHS clinical targets79
- Children vaccinated on time84
What patients say
107 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
81%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 81% · 2026: 80%
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% | 66% |
| Easy to contact via website | 81% | 58% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 68% | 54% | 58% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 97% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 24% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 42% | 42% | 47% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 99% | 84% | 84% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 80% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 71% | 57% | 67% |
| Waiting time was about right | 82% | 69% | 77% |
| Remote appointment | 13% | 26% | 23% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 96% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 85% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 100% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 87% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 81% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 75% | 79% | 94% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 49% |
| Agreed a care plan | 45% | 46% | 25% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 107 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 8:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 8:30pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Cop Lane, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 0SR
- Phone
- 01772 970079
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.stmaryshealthcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Greater Preston PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P81213 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- University of Lancashire Medical Centre
- Foster Building, University of Lancashire Campus, Preston, PR1 2HE · 01772 892598
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- 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 16 January 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 | 10.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 3.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 67% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Health Centrethis surgery | – | 80 | 81% | 80% | Yes |
| St Fillan's Medical CentrePreston, PR1 0AD | 0.2 miles | 56 | 62% | 80% | Yes |
| Fishergate Hill SurgeryPreston, PR1 8DN | 0.8 miles | 78 | 78% | 86% | Yes |
| Kingsfold Medical CentrePreston, PR1 9BX | 0.8 miles | 97 | 87% | 97% | Yes |
| Park View SurgeryPreston, PR1 3NA | 1.3 miles | 38 | 71% | 75% | – |
| Briarwood Medical CentrePreston, PR2 1HY | 1.6 miles | 54 | 66% | 76% | Yes |
| Lane Ends SurgeryPreston, PR2 2JJ | 1.6 miles | 57 | 56% | 82% | Yes |
| Avenham SurgeryPreston, PR1 3RG | 1.6 miles | 21 | 59% | 68% | Yes |
| The Park Medical PracticePreston, PR2 1JR | 1.6 miles | 32 | 63% | 73% | Yes |
| New Longton SurgeryPreston, PR4 4LU | 1.7 miles | 98 | 94% | 91% | Yes |
Kingsfold Medical Centre is 0.8 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is St. Mary's Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), St. Mary's Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01772 970079.
How do patients rate St. Mary's Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at St. Mary's Health Centre 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 80 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for St. Mary's Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated St. Mary's Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 16 January 2017).
What are the opening times of St. Mary's Health Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 8:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 8:30pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact St. Mary's Health Centre?
Call 01772 970079 or visit its website, www.stmaryshealthcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Cop Lane, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 0SR.
Does St. Mary's Health Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. St. Mary's Health Centre also runs University of Lancashire Medical Centre (Foster Building, University of Lancashire Campus, Preston, PR1 2HE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at St. Mary's Health Centre?
Around 17,335 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Greater Preston PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Lancashire and South 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.