GP surgery in Handsworth
The Slieve Surgery
2 the Slieve, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham, B20 2NR
Scores 30 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 77% 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 2024. 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 29
- Easy to get through on the phone38
- Easy to contact online17
- Good experience of getting in touch38
- Did not wait too long for the appointment28
Quality of care 35
- Patients rate the surgery as good42
- Patients got what they needed62
- Doctors and nurses listen46
- Patients trust the staff46
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done11
- Meets NHS clinical targets9
- Children vaccinated on time13
What patients say
99 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
55%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+7
change since last year
2025: 69% · 2026: 77%
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 | 55% | 57% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via website | 42% | 58% | 12% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 40% | 54% | 38% |
| Reception staff helpful | 79% | 85% | 80% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 34% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 28% | 42% | 35% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 80% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 69% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 58% | 57% | 44% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 63% |
| Remote appointment | 34% | 26% | 33% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 69% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 71% |
| Supported by local services | 50% | 70% | 48% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 42% | 46% | 69% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 99 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?
Thank you. Your answers are counted.
Reviews
No reviews yet. If you use this surgery, say what it is like.
Write a review
Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 8pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 16 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 2 the Slieve, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham, B20 2NR
- Phone
- 0121 554 1812
- Website
- www.2theslieve.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- People's Health Partnership PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M85145 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- The Community Outbreak and Response Service
- 2 the Slieve, Birmingham, B20 2NR
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
Pins show each surgery's score. Get directions
Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
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 | 12.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 49% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 67% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 47% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 50% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 65% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Slieve Surgerythis surgery | – | 30 | 56% | 77% | Yes |
| Tower Hill PartnershipBirmingham, B42 1BT | 1.0 miles | 5 | 36% | 62% | Yes |
| Perry Park SurgeryBirmingham, B42 1TY | 1.0 miles | 58 | 59% | 83% | Yes |
| Hamstead Road SurgeryBirmingham, B20 2QR | 1.1 miles | 12 | 47% | 65% | Yes |
| Handsworth Medical PracticeBirmingham, B21 9NH | 1.2 miles | 99 | 88% | 95% | Yes |
| Heathfield Family CentreBirmingham, B19 1HL | 1.2 miles | 3 | 34% | 61% | Yes |
| Soho Health CentreBirmingham, B21 9RY | 1.2 miles | 12 | 50% | 65% | Yes |
| Kirpal Medical PracticeBirmingham, B21 9RY | 1.2 miles | 30 | 46% | 75% | Yes |
| Soho Road Primary Care CentreBirmingham, B21 9RY | 1.2 miles | 12 | 46% | 68% | Yes |
| Soho Road Health CentreBirmingham, B21 9RY | 1.2 miles | 5 | 33% | 62% | Yes |
Perry Park Surgery is 1.0 miles away, scores 58 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Slieve Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Slieve Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 554 1812.
How do patients rate The Slieve Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at The Slieve Surgery 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 30 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 Slieve Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Slieve Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 16 February 2024).
What are the opening times of The Slieve Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 8pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 16 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Slieve Surgery?
Call 0121 554 1812 or visit its website, www.2theslieve.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 2 the Slieve, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham, B20 2NR.
Does The Slieve Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Slieve Surgery also runs The Community Outbreak and Response Service (2 the Slieve, Birmingham, B20 2NR). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Slieve Surgery?
Around 9,696 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of People's Health Partnership 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.