GP surgery in Fazakerley
Westmoreland GP Centre
University Hospital Aintree, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L9 7AL
Scores 4 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 64% of patients say their experience is good and 27% 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 1
- Easy to get through on the phone3
- Easy to contact online4
- Good experience of getting in touch2
- Did not wait too long for the appointment4
Quality of care 13
- Patients rate the surgery as good10
- Patients got what they needed10
- Doctors and nurses listen18
- Patients trust the staff50
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done60
- Meets NHS clinical targets14
- Children vaccinated on time13
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
27%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
63%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 68% · 2026: 64%
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 | 27% | 57% | 16% |
| Easy to contact via website | 30% | 58% | 23% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 24% | 54% | 32% |
| Reception staff helpful | 76% | 85% | 74% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 19% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 29% | 42% | 33% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 73% | 84% | 64% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 47% | 73% | 54% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 17% | 57% | 35% |
| Waiting time was about right | 46% | 69% | 60% |
| Remote appointment | 47% | 26% | 37% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 81% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 58% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 86% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 83% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 63% | 77% | 68% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 63% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 24% | 46% | 41% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 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 | 8am to 7pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 7pm |
| Friday | 8am to 7pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 2 April 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- University Hospital Aintree, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L9 7AL
- Phone
- 0151 317 6285
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Liverpool PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N82037 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Taron House
- 94 Longmoor Lane, Aintree, Liverpool, L9 0EF
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- 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 26 January 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 | 18.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 19.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 67% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 73% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 75% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmoreland GP Centrethis surgery | – | 4 | 27% | 64% | Yes |
| Long LaneLiverpool, L9 6DQ | 0.8 miles | 8 | 38% | 70% | Yes |
| Poulter Road Medical CentreLiverpool, L9 0HJ | 0.9 miles | 90 | 90% | 91% | Yes |
| Stopgate Lane Medical CentreLiverpool, L9 6AP | 1.1 miles | 85 | 77% | 93% | Yes |
| Orrell Park Medical CentreLiverpool, L9 8BU | 1.3 miles | 23 | 60% | 69% | Yes |
| Gillmoss Medical CentreLiverpool, L11 0AG | 1.4 miles | 71 | 73% | 89% | Yes |
| Aintree Park Group PracticeLiverpool, L9 8AL | 1.5 miles | 28 | 48% | 76% | Yes |
| Moss WayLiverpool, L11 0BL | 1.5 miles | 96 | 94% | 95% | Yes |
| Ellergreen Medical CentreLiverpool, L11 2YA | 1.5 miles | 20 | 31% | 66% | Yes |
| Jubilee Medical CentreLiverpool, L11 4UG | 1.7 miles | 25 | 45% | 79% | Yes |
Poulter Road Medical Centre is 0.9 miles away, scores 90 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Westmoreland GP Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Westmoreland GP Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0151 317 6285.
How do patients rate Westmoreland GP Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 64% of patients at Westmoreland GP Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 27% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 4 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Westmoreland GP Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Westmoreland GP Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 26 January 2017).
What are the opening times of Westmoreland GP Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 7pm, Tuesday 8am to 7pm, Wednesday 8am to 7pm, Thursday 8am to 7pm, Friday 8am to 7pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 2 April 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Westmoreland GP Centre?
Call 0151 317 6285. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is University Hospital Aintree, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L9 7AL.
Does Westmoreland GP Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Westmoreland GP Centre also runs Taron House (94 Longmoor Lane, Aintree, Liverpool, L9 0EF). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Westmoreland GP Centre?
Around 11,754 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Liverpool 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.