GP surgery in North Lincolnshire
The Central Surgery Barton
King Street, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5ER
Scores 40 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 70% of patients say their experience is good and 45% 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 47
- Easy to get through on the phone20
- Easy to contact online86
- Good experience of getting in touch61
- Did not wait too long for the appointment48
Quality of care 34
- Patients rate the surgery as good22
- Patients got what they needed19
- Doctors and nurses listen23
- Patients trust the staff60
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done74
- Meets NHS clinical targets82
- Children vaccinated on time76
What patients say
124 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
45%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
70%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 62% · 2026: 70%
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 | 45% | 57% | 29% |
| Easy to contact via website | 75% | 58% | 70% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 75% | 54% | 58% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 69% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 29% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 17% | 42% | 12% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 77% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 65% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 64% | 57% | 39% |
| Waiting time was about right | 71% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 14% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 77% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 79% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 77% | 75% | 60% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 85% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 83% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 82% |
| Needs were met | 86% | 90% | 79% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 70% | 77% | 62% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 74% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 51% |
| Discussed managing condition | 32% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 124 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 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 March 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- King Street, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5ER
- Phone
- 01652 636600
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Lincolnshire North PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B81005 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- The Village Surgery
- Howe Lane, Goxhill, Barrow-upon-Humber, DN19 7JD
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Documents available in large print
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Train station nearby
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 15 November 2017
This rating is 8 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 | 21.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 69% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 68% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Central Surgery Bartonthis surgery | – | 40 | 45% | 70% | Yes |
| West Town SurgeryBarton-upon-Humber, DN18 5PU | 0.2 miles | 76 | 72% | 85% | Yes |
| Park View SurgeryHessle, HU13 9AJ | 3.2 miles | 41 | 61% | 75% | Yes |
| Dr MitchellNorth Ferriby, HU14 3DB | 3.6 miles | 100 | 99% | 98% | Yes |
| The Oaks Medical CentreHull, HU4 6RF | 3.8 miles | 26 | 43% | 75% | Yes |
| Willerby and Swanland SurgeryHull, HU10 7JR | 3.9 miles | 66 | 62% | 81% | Yes |
| Dr Ac MilnerHull, HU10 6QJ | 4.4 miles | 93 | 89% | 91% | No |
| Kingston Health (Hull)Hull, HU3 5QE | 4.6 miles | 44 | 59% | 78% | Yes |
| St Andrews SurgeryHull, HU3 4BB | 4.8 miles | 21 | 58% | 69% | Yes |
| Hastings Medical CentreHull, HU5 5BE | 4.9 miles | 81 | 85% | 86% | Yes |
West Town Surgery is 0.2 miles away, scores 76 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Central Surgery Barton taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Central Surgery Barton was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01652 636600.
How do patients rate The Central Surgery Barton?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 70% of patients at The Central Surgery Barton said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 45% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 40 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Central Surgery Barton?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Central Surgery Barton as Good at its last published inspection (report published 15 November 2017).
What are the opening times of The Central Surgery Barton?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 March 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Central Surgery Barton?
Call 01652 636600. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is King Street, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5ER.
Does The Central Surgery Barton have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Central Surgery Barton also runs The Village Surgery (Howe Lane, Goxhill, Barrow-upon-Humber, DN19 7JD). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Central Surgery Barton?
Around 16,922 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Lincolnshire North PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Humber and North Yorkshire 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.