GP surgery in Royal Sutton Coldfield
The Manor Practice
61 Holland Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1RL
Scores 22 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 74% of patients say their experience is good and 49% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2020. 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 14
- Easy to get through on the phone26
- Easy to contact online35
- Good experience of getting in touch15
- Did not wait too long for the appointment12
Quality of care 39
- Patients rate the surgery as good31
- Patients got what they needed36
- Doctors and nurses listen35
- Patients trust the staff44
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done47
- Meets NHS clinical targets87
- Children vaccinated on time88
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
49%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+6
change since last year
2025: 68% · 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 | 49% | 57% | 38% |
| Easy to contact via website | 52% | 58% | 38% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 47% | 54% | 40% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 85% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 36% | 31% | 26% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 24% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 74% | 84% | 79% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 61% | 73% | 58% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 44% | 57% | 39% |
| Waiting time was about right | 55% | 69% | 53% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 29% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 81% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 80% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 64% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 84% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 68% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 88% | 79% | 81% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 71% |
| Discussed managing condition | 31% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 104 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 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 18 July 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 61 Holland Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1RL
- Phone
- 0121 323 2121
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.manorpracticeashfurlong.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Alliance of Sutton Practices PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M85033 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Dr Martin SC
- Ashfurlong Medical Centre, 233 Tamworth Road, Sutton Coldfield, B75 6DX · 01213542032
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- 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 9 April 2020
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? | Requires improvement |
| 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 | 15.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 65% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 53% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor Practicethis surgery | – | 22 | 49% | 74% | Yes |
| The Hawthorns SurgerySutton Coldfield, B72 1DL | 1.3 miles | 50 | 52% | 81% | Yes |
| Sutton Coldfield Group PracticeSutton Coldfield, B75 6DX | 1.5 miles | 36 | 34% | 73% | Yes |
| Ashfield SurgerySutton Coldfield, B76 1QN | 1.6 miles | 18 | 38% | 73% | Yes |
| Sutton Road SurgeryBirmingham, B23 5TJ | 1.7 miles | 64 | 92% | 73% | Yes |
| Hillcrest SurgeryBirmingham, B44 0NN | 2.0 miles | 13 | 44% | 67% | Yes |
| Poplars SurgeryBirmingham, B24 9JN | 2.1 miles | 64 | 59% | 87% | Yes |
| The Dove Medical PracticeBirmingham, B23 5DD | 2.3 miles | 30 | 56% | 75% | Yes |
| Aylesbury SurgeryBirmingham, B44 0DX | 2.4 miles | 84 | 77% | 86% | Yes |
| Kingstanding Circle SurgeryBirmingham, B44 0UY | 2.4 miles | 83 | 78% | 91% | Yes |
The Hawthorns Surgery is 1.3 miles away, scores 50 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Manor Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Manor Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 323 2121.
How do patients rate The Manor Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 74% of patients at The Manor Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 49% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 22 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Manor Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Manor Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 9 April 2020).
What are the opening times of The Manor Practice?
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 18 July 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Manor Practice?
Call 0121 323 2121 or visit its website, www.manorpracticeashfurlong.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 61 Holland Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1RL.
Does The Manor Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Manor Practice also runs Dr Martin SC (Ashfurlong Medical Centre, 233 Tamworth Road, Sutton Coldfield, B75 6DX). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Manor Practice?
Around 17,594 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Alliance of Sutton Practices PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Birmingham and Solihull 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.