GP surgery in Perry
Tower Hill Partnership
433 Walsall Road, Perry Barr, Birmingham, B42 1BT
Scores 5 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 62% of patients say their experience is good and 36% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2021. 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 11
- Easy to get through on the phone10
- Easy to contact online35
- Good experience of getting in touch7
- Did not wait too long for the appointment27
Quality of care 3
- Patients rate the surgery as good8
- Patients got what they needed7
- Doctors and nurses listen7
- Patients trust the staff19
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done10
- Meets NHS clinical targets7
- Children vaccinated on time22
What patients say
147 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
36%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
62%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 54% · 2026: 62%
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 | 36% | 57% | 28% |
| Easy to contact via website | 52% | 58% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 45% | 54% | 26% |
| Reception staff helpful | 76% | 85% | 80% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 29% | 31% | 25% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 31% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 72% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 54% | 73% | 47% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 35% | 57% | 24% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 49% |
| Remote appointment | 42% | 26% | 50% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 76% | 87% | 74% |
| Treated with care and concern | 75% | 86% | 71% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 55% | 75% | 67% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 89% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 83% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 81% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 62% | 77% | 54% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 57% | 79% | 73% |
| Supported by local services | 53% | 70% | 62% |
| Discussed managing condition | 34% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 51% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 147 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 8pm |
| 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 February 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 433 Walsall Road, Perry Barr, Birmingham, B42 1BT
- Phone
- 0121 411 0487
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Pioneers Integrated Partnership PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M85019 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- 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 September 2021
This rating is 5 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 | 14.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 11.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 62% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 46% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 56% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 66% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 60% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Hill Partnershipthis surgery | – | 5 | 36% | 62% | Yes |
| Perry Park SurgeryBirmingham, B42 1TY | 0.4 miles | 58 | 59% | 83% | Yes |
| The Slieve SurgeryBirmingham, B20 2NR | 1.0 miles | 30 | 56% | 77% | Yes |
| Cotmore SurgeryBirmingham, B44 8TU | 1.1 miles | 96 | 88% | 96% | Yes |
| Scott Arms Medical CentreBirmingham, B43 6EE | 1.3 miles | 4 | 33% | 50% | Yes |
| Great Barr PracticeBirmingham, B43 7HB | 1.3 miles | 9 | 34% | 69% | Yes |
| The Oaks Medical CentreBirmingham, B44 9ER | 1.6 miles | 69 | 55% | 85% | Yes |
| College Road SurgeryBirmingham, B44 0HL | 1.6 miles | 60 | 63% | 75% | Yes |
| Heathfield Family CentreBirmingham, B19 1HL | 1.7 miles | 3 | 34% | 61% | Yes |
| Aylesbury SurgeryBirmingham, B44 0DX | 1.7 miles | 84 | 77% | 86% | Yes |
Perry Park Surgery is 0.4 miles away, scores 58 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Tower Hill Partnership taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Tower Hill Partnership was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 411 0487.
How do patients rate Tower Hill Partnership?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 62% of patients at Tower Hill Partnership said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 36% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 5 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Tower Hill Partnership?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Tower Hill Partnership as Good at its last published inspection (report published 9 September 2021).
What are the opening times of Tower Hill Partnership?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, 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 February 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Tower Hill Partnership?
Call 0121 411 0487. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 433 Walsall Road, Perry Barr, Birmingham, B42 1BT.
How many patients are registered at Tower Hill Partnership?
Around 18,254 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Pioneers Integrated 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.