GP surgery in South Tyneside
Whitburn Surgery
3 Bryers Street, Whitburn, Sunderland, SR6 7EE
Scores 5 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 57% of patients say their experience is good and 38% 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 5
- Easy to get through on the phone12
- Easy to contact online5
- Good experience of getting in touch11
- Did not wait too long for the appointment7
Quality of care 9
- Patients rate the surgery as good4
- Patients got what they needed15
- Doctors and nurses listen12
- Patients trust the staff8
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done29
- Meets NHS clinical targets36
- Children vaccinated on time97
What patients say
90 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
38%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
57%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-20
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 57%
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 | 38% | 57% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via website | 31% | 58% | 38% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 37% | 54% | 44% |
| Reception staff helpful | 75% | 85% | 82% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 27% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 73% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 58% | 73% | 79% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 49% | 57% | 58% |
| Waiting time was about right | 51% | 69% | 60% |
| Remote appointment | 23% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 79% | 87% | 85% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 85% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 86% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 57% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 70% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 62% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 19% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 90 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 | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 1 July 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 3 Bryers Street, Whitburn, Sunderland, SR6 7EE
- Phone
- 0191 529 3039
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.whitburnsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Tyneside South PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A88023 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- 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 8 February 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 | 19.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 51% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 54% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitburn Surgerythis surgery | – | 5 | 38% | 57% | Yes |
| Fulwell Medical Centre,Sunderland, SR6 8DZ | 1.7 miles | 88 | 86% | 89% | Yes |
| Marsden Medical GroupSouth Shields, NE34 6RE | 2.4 miles | 76 | 81% | 90% | Yes |
| Central SurgerySouth Shields, NE34 8PS | 2.4 miles | 32 | 46% | 72% | Yes |
| Bridge View Medical GroupSunderland, SR5 2LT | 2.7 miles | 32 | 54% | 72% | Yes |
| St Bede Medical CentreSunderland, SR6 0QQ | 2.7 miles | 45 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
| Monkwearmouth Health CentreSunderland, SR6 0AB | 2.8 miles | 70 | 88% | 80% | Yes |
| Red House Medical CentreSunderland, SR5 5PS | 3.0 miles | 5 | 56% | 58% | Yes |
| Ashburn Medical CentreSunderland, SR1 2HJ | 3.3 miles | 72 | 69% | 86% | Yes |
| Riverview SurgerySunderland, SR1 2HJ | 3.3 miles | 81 | 88% | 83% | Yes |
Fulwell Medical Centre, is 1.7 miles away, scores 88 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Whitburn Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Whitburn Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 529 3039.
How do patients rate Whitburn Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 57% of patients at Whitburn Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 38% 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 Whitburn Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Whitburn Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 8 February 2017).
What are the opening times of Whitburn Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 1 July 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Whitburn Surgery?
Call 0191 529 3039 or visit its website, www.whitburnsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 3 Bryers Street, Whitburn, Sunderland, SR6 7EE.
How many patients are registered at Whitburn Surgery?
Around 5,373 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Tyneside South 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.