GP surgery in Linthorpe
Village Medical Centre
400-404 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 6HF
Scores 6 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 56% of patients say their experience is good and 21% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 2
- Easy to get through on the phone1
- Easy to contact online28
- Good experience of getting in touch1
- Did not wait too long for the appointment3
Quality of care 17
- Patients rate the surgery as good4
- Patients got what they needed4
- Doctors and nurses listen25
- Patients trust the staff67
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done45
- Meets NHS clinical targets57
- Children vaccinated on time72
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
21%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
56%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 61% · 2026: 56%
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 | 21% | 57% | 36% |
| Easy to contact via website | 48% | 58% | 46% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 31% | 54% | 58% |
| Reception staff helpful | 64% | 85% | 70% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 39% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 39% | 42% | 29% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 71% | 84% | 84% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 76% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 42% | 73% | 60% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 28% | 57% | 41% |
| Waiting time was about right | 45% | 69% | 49% |
| Remote appointment | 38% | 26% | 33% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 78% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 82% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 68% | 75% | 59% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 79% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 56% | 77% | 61% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 72% | 79% | 70% |
| Supported by local services | 61% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 33% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 42% | 46% | 38% |
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 | 7:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 7:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 400-404 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 6HF
- Phone
- 01642 851122
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Holgate PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A81009 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Lift
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Toilets
- 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 7 April 2016
This rating is 10 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 | 16.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 21.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 62% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 64% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 60% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 6 | 21% | 56% | Yes |
| Linthorpe SurgeryMiddlesbrough, TS5 6HA | 0.1 mile | 8 | 32% | 63% | Yes |
| Park SurgeryMiddlesbrough, TS1 3QY | 0.3 miles | 36 | 50% | 72% | Yes |
| Cambridge Medical GroupMiddlesbrough, TS5 5NN | 0.7 miles | 34 | 49% | 77% | Yes |
| Borough Road & Nunthorpe Medical GroupMiddlesbrough, TS1 3RY | 0.9 miles | 56 | 49% | 91% | Yes |
| The Erimus PracticeMiddlesbrough, TS1 2NX | 0.9 miles | 37 | 52% | 74% | Yes |
| The Endeavour PracticeMiddlesbrough, TS1 2NX | 0.9 miles | 49 | 59% | 84% | Yes |
| The Discovery PracticeMiddlesbrough, TS1 2NX | 0.9 miles | 45 | 55% | 77% | Yes |
| Prospect SurgeryMiddlesbrough, TS1 2NX | 0.9 miles | 88 | 86% | 91% | Yes |
| Newlands Medical CentreMiddlesbrough, TS1 3RX | 0.9 miles | 56 | 60% | 82% | Yes |
Park Surgery is 0.3 miles away, scores 36 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Village Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Village Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01642 851122.
How do patients rate Village Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 56% of patients at Village Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 21% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 6 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Village Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Village Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 April 2016).
What are the opening times of Village Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 7:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 7:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 7:30am to 6pm, Thursday 7:30am to 6pm, Friday 7:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Village Medical Centre?
Call 01642 851122. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 400-404 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 6HF.
How many patients are registered at Village Medical Centre?
Around 8,139 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Holgate PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East and North Cumbria 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.