GP surgery in Coseley
Woodsetton Medical Centre
40 Bourne Street, Woodsetton, Dudley, DY3 1AF
Scores 33 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 68% of patients say their experience is good and 57% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2025. 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 44
- Easy to get through on the phone41
- Easy to contact online28
- Good experience of getting in touch36
- Did not wait too long for the appointment65
Quality of care 21
- Patients rate the surgery as good16
- Patients got what they needed38
- Doctors and nurses listen22
- Patients trust the staff13
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done82
- Meets NHS clinical targets3
- Children vaccinated on time48
What patients say
98 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
57%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
68%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 66% · 2026: 68%
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 | 57% | 57% | 37% |
| Easy to contact via website | 48% | 58% | 31% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 39% |
| Reception staff helpful | 78% | 85% | 69% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 43% | 31% | 44% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 16% | 42% | 22% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 81% | 84% | 80% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 61% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 49% | 57% | 43% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 18% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 81% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 62% | 75% | 76% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 87% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 84% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 68% | 77% | 66% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 81% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 76% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 51% | 46% | 41% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 98 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.
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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 1pm 1:30pm to 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 October 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 40 Bourne Street, Woodsetton, Dudley, DY3 1AF
- Phone
- 01902 883346
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sedgley, Coseley & Gornal PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M87016 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
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 | 17.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 79% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodsetton Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 33 | 57% | 68% | Yes |
| The Greens Health CentreDudley, DY1 3QZ | 0.6 miles | 70 | 73% | 82% | Yes |
| Coseley Medical CentreBilston, WV14 9DJ | 0.7 miles | 62 | 64% | 80% | Yes |
| Bath Street Medical CentreDudley, DY3 1LS | 0.7 miles | – | – | – | – |
| The Ridgeway SurgeryDudley, DY3 3UH | 0.9 miles | 97 | 86% | 96% | Yes |
| Tandon Medical Centre (Oram & Partners)Dudley, DY3 1UX | 0.9 miles | 6 | 33% | 65% | Yes |
| Black Country Family PracticeTipton, DY4 8PX | 1.4 miles | 2 | 23% | 49% | Yes |
| Northway Medical CentreDudley, DY3 3QY | 1.4 miles | 93 | 91% | 90% | Yes |
| St James Medical Practice2Dudley, DY1 2BY | 1.6 miles | 46 | 64% | 81% | Yes |
| St James Medical Practice1Dudley, DY1 2BY | 1.6 miles | 65 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
The Greens Health Centre is 0.6 miles away, scores 70 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Woodsetton Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Woodsetton Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01902 883346.
How do patients rate Woodsetton Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 68% of patients at Woodsetton Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 57% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 33 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Woodsetton Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Woodsetton Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 15 December 2025).
What are the opening times of Woodsetton Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 8pm, Tuesday 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 1pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 October 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Woodsetton Medical Centre?
Call 01902 883346. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 40 Bourne Street, Woodsetton, Dudley, DY3 1AF.
How many patients are registered at Woodsetton Medical Centre?
Around 6,994 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sedgley, Coseley & Gornal 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.