GP surgery in Heswall
West Wirral Group Practice
The Warrens Medical Centre, Arrowe Park Road, Wirral, CH49 5PL
Scores 51 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 78% 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 2017. 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 phone26
- Easy to contact online57
- Good experience of getting in touch47
- Did not wait too long for the appointment18
Quality of care 77
- Patients rate the surgery as good45
- Patients got what they needed83
- Doctors and nurses listen96
- Patients trust the staff94
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done71
- Meets NHS clinical targets75
- Children vaccinated on time67
What patients say
124 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
49%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-7
change since last year
2025: 85% · 2026: 78%
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% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via website | 61% | 58% | 67% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 52% | 54% | 60% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 28% | 31% | 23% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 29% | 42% | 26% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 75% | 73% | 76% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 44% | 57% | 36% |
| Waiting time was about right | 58% | 69% | 71% |
| Remote appointment | 25% | 26% | 31% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 97% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 98% | 86% | 96% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 81% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 85% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 89% |
| Supported by local services | 74% | 70% | 80% |
| Discussed managing condition | 34% | 43% | 31% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 49% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 124 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 3 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Warrens Medical Centre, Arrowe Park Road, Wirral, CH49 5PL
- Phone
- 0151 909 2474
- Website
- www.westwirralgrouppractice.org.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Healthier West Wirral PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N85008 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Parent and baby room
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 31 May 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 20.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 6.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 66% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 77% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Wirral Group Practicethis surgery | – | 51 | 49% | 78% | Yes |
| Prenton & Woodchurch Medical CentreWirral, CH43 0TS | 1.4 miles | 86 | 83% | 89% | Yes |
| Holmlands Medical CentrePrenton, CH43 0TX | 1.5 miles | 81 | 85% | 89% | Yes |
| Heatherlands Medical CentreWirral, CH49 9DA | 1.5 miles | 91 | 79% | 93% | Yes |
| The Villa Medical CentrePrenton, CH43 3DB | 1.6 miles | 96 | 77% | 97% | Yes |
| Upton Group PracticeWirral, CH49 0TF | 1.8 miles | 77 | 70% | 81% | Yes |
| Greasby Group PracticeWirral, CH49 3AT | 1.8 miles | 52 | 49% | 75% | Yes |
| Myrtle Group PracticeWirral, CH60 7RN | 2.1 miles | 14 | 52% | 67% | Yes |
| Teehey Lane SurgeryWirral, CH63 2JN | 2.8 miles | 77 | 84% | 85% | Yes |
| Church Road Medical PracticeWirral, CH63 2LR | 2.8 miles | 87 | 88% | 89% | Yes |
Prenton & Woodchurch Medical Centre is 1.4 miles away, scores 86 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is West Wirral Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), West Wirral Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0151 909 2474.
How do patients rate West Wirral Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at West Wirral Group 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 51 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for West Wirral Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated West Wirral Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 31 May 2017).
What are the opening times of West Wirral Group 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 3 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact West Wirral Group Practice?
Call 0151 909 2474 or visit its website, www.westwirralgrouppractice.org.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Warrens Medical Centre, Arrowe Park Road, Wirral, CH49 5PL.
How many patients are registered at West Wirral Group Practice?
Around 13,626 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Healthier West Wirral PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cheshire and Merseyside 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.