GP surgery in Farnworth
Stonehill Medical Centre
Piggott Street, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 9QZ
Scores 41 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 74% 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 55
- Easy to get through on the phone39
- Easy to contact online42
- Good experience of getting in touch49
- Did not wait too long for the appointment78
Quality of care 25
- Patients rate the surgery as good32
- Patients got what they needed43
- Doctors and nurses listen32
- Patients trust the staff20
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done16
- Meets NHS clinical targets51
- Children vaccinated on time31
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
56%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-8
change since last year
2025: 82% · 2026: 74%
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% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via website | 55% | 58% | 43% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 74% | 54% | 46% |
| Reception staff helpful | 89% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 41% | 31% | 25% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 33% | 42% | 20% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 75% | 73% | 72% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 74% | 57% | 58% |
| Waiting time was about right | 81% | 69% | 73% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 68% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 90% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 89% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 88% | 92% | 87% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 82% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 61% | 79% | 74% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 65% |
| Discussed managing condition | 51% | 43% | 57% |
| Agreed a care plan | 41% | 46% | 45% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 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 | 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 2 February 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Piggott Street, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 9QZ
- Phone
- 01204 573445
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Farnworth & Kearsley PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P82008 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Silvert
- The Surgery, 235 Highfield Road, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0NX
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Pharmacy
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 11 September 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 | 14.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 19.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 69% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 66% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 71% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 66% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 59% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonehill Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 41 | 56% | 74% | Yes |
| Fig Tree Medical PracticeBolton, BL4 9AH | 0.3 miles | 61 | 76% | 72% | Yes |
| Farnworth Family PracticeBolton, BL4 9AH | 0.3 miles | 78 | 78% | 89% | Yes |
| Kearsley Medical CentreBolton, BL4 8EP | 0.8 miles | 49 | 51% | 78% | Yes |
| Cleggs Lane Medical Practice/129Manchester, M38 9RS | 0.9 miles | 67 | 74% | 85% | Yes |
| Cherry Medical PracticeManchester, M28 0BB | 1.3 miles | 81 | 91% | 86% | Yes |
| Dearden Avenue Medical PracticeManchester, M28 0BB | 1.3 miles | 67 | 78% | 84% | Yes |
| Manchester Road East Medical PracticeManchester, M28 0BB | 1.3 miles | 80 | 91% | 83% | Yes |
| Salford Primary Care TogetherManchester, M28 0BB | 1.3 miles | 29 | 58% | 74% | Yes |
| The Gill Medical PracticeManchester, M28 3DR | 1.3 miles | 81 | 81% | 88% | Yes |
Fig Tree Medical Practice is 0.3 miles away, scores 61 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Stonehill Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Stonehill Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01204 573445.
How do patients rate Stonehill Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 74% of patients at Stonehill 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 41 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Stonehill Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Stonehill Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 11 September 2017).
What are the opening times of Stonehill 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 2 February 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Stonehill Medical Centre?
Call 01204 573445. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Piggott Street, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 9QZ.
Does Stonehill Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Stonehill Medical Centre also runs Silvert (The Surgery, 235 Highfield Road, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0NX). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Stonehill Medical Centre?
Around 14,861 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Farnworth & Kearsley PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Greater Manchester 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.