GP surgery in Rowley Regis
Walford Street, Tividale
19 Walford Street, Tividale, Oldbury, B69 2LD
Scores 56 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 80% of patients say their experience is good and 78% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 72
- Easy to get through on the phone78
- Easy to contact online30
- Good experience of getting in touch66
- Did not wait too long for the appointment72
Quality of care 33
- Patients rate the surgery as good54
- Patients got what they needed36
- Doctors and nurses listen49
- Patients trust the staff28
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done24
- Meets NHS clinical targets10
- Children vaccinated on time35
What patients say
83 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
77%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 79% · 2026: 80%
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 | 77% | 57% | 66% |
| Easy to contact via website | 49% | 58% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 63% | 54% | 38% |
| Reception staff helpful | 93% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 36% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 50% | 42% | 25% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 100% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 64% |
| Waiting time was about right | 79% | 69% | 73% |
| Remote appointment | 29% | 26% | 37% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 82% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 87% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 79% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 69% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 65% |
| Discussed managing condition | 55% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 72% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 83 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 1pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 27 April 2021. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 19 Walford Street, Tividale, Oldbury, B69 2LD
- Phone
- 0121 557 1328
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Oldbury & Smethwick PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M88618 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 15.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 13.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 6.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 56% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 59% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 46% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walford Street, Tividalethis surgery | – | 56 | 78% | 80% | Yes |
| The Victoria SurgeryTipton, DY4 8SS | 0.7 miles | 39 | 69% | 71% | Yes |
| Central ClinicDudley, DY2 7BX | 0.8 miles | 14 | 57% | 65% | Yes |
| Bean Medical PracticeDudley, DY2 8TH | 0.9 miles | 23 | 56% | 70% | Yes |
| Black Country Family PracticeTipton, DY4 8PX | 1.2 miles | 2 | 23% | 49% | Yes |
| Limestone SurgeryDudley, DY1 1RN | 1.3 miles | 35 | 61% | 70% | Yes |
| Steppingstones Medical PracticeDudley, DY1 1RT | 1.3 miles | 28 | 56% | 73% | Yes |
| Eve Hill Medical PracticeDudley, DY1 2QD | 1.6 miles | 86 | 78% | 90% | Yes |
| Great Bridge Pship for HealthTipton, DY4 7EY | 1.6 miles | 2 | 36% | 56% | Yes |
| St James Medical Practice2Dudley, DY1 2BY | 1.6 miles | 46 | 64% | 81% | Yes |
Eve Hill Medical Practice is 1.6 miles away, scores 86 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Walford Street, Tividale taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Walford Street, Tividale was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0121 557 1328.
How do patients rate Walford Street, Tividale?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at Walford Street, Tividale said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 78% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 56 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Walford Street, Tividale?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 27 April 2021. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Walford Street, Tividale?
Call 0121 557 1328. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 19 Walford Street, Tividale, Oldbury, B69 2LD.
How many patients are registered at Walford Street, Tividale?
Around 2,058 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Oldbury & Smethwick PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Black Country 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.