GP surgery in Whitwick
Whitwick Health Centre
67 North Street, Whitwick, Coalville, LE67 5HX
Scores 74 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 85% of patients say their experience is good and 77% 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 63
- Easy to get through on the phone78
- Easy to contact online23
- Good experience of getting in touch62
- Did not wait too long for the appointment55
Quality of care 85
- Patients rate the surgery as good72
- Patients got what they needed80
- Doctors and nurses listen65
- Patients trust the staff70
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done79
- Meets NHS clinical targets98
- Children vaccinated on time100
What patients say
105 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
77%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
85%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 85%
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% | 74% |
| Easy to contact via website | 46% | 58% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 58% | 54% | 79% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 33% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 51% | 42% | 60% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 84% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 67% | 57% | 66% |
| Waiting time was about right | 73% | 69% | 83% |
| Remote appointment | 17% | 26% | 22% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 99% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 85% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 90% |
| Supported by local services | 78% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 52% | 43% | 51% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 43% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 105 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 | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 November 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 67 North Street, Whitwick, Coalville, LE67 5HX
- Phone
- 01530 838866
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.whitwickhealthcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North West Leicestershire PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C82120 · NHS profile
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 5 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 | 22.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 94% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 66% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 82% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitwick Health Centrethis surgery | – | 74 | 77% | 85% | Yes |
| Dr Am Lewis' PracticeCoalville, LE67 5HX | under 0.1 miles | 72 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
| Whitwick Road SurgeryCoalville, LE67 3FA | 1.1 miles | 11 | 38% | 71% | Yes |
| Broom Leys SurgeryCoalville, LE67 4DE | 1.4 miles | 76 | 71% | 81% | Yes |
| Long Lane SurgeryCoalville, LE67 4DR | 1.4 miles | 9 | 42% | 64% | Yes |
| Hugglescote SurgeryCoalville, LE67 2BS | 2.2 miles | 12 | 36% | 62% | Yes |
| Manor House SurgeryLoughborough, LE12 9UJ | 3.1 miles | 97 | 95% | 95% | Yes |
| Forest House SurgeryLoughborough, LE12 9DF | 3.5 miles | 86 | 60% | 89% | Yes |
| Field Street SurgeryLoughborough, LE12 9AL | 3.5 miles | 67 | 76% | 76% | Yes |
| Ibstock & Barlestone SurgeriesIbstock, LE67 6JP | 4.3 miles | 64 | 68% | 75% | Yes |
Manor House Surgery is 3.1 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Whitwick Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Whitwick Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01530 838866.
How do patients rate Whitwick Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 85% of patients at Whitwick Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 77% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 74 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Whitwick Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Whitwick Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 5 April 2016).
What are the opening times of Whitwick Health Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 November 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Whitwick Health Centre?
Call 01530 838866 or visit its website, www.whitwickhealthcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 67 North Street, Whitwick, Coalville, LE67 5HX.
How many patients are registered at Whitwick Health Centre?
Around 3,884 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North West Leicestershire PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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.