GP surgery in Bolton
Wyresdale Road Surgery
46 Wyresdale Road, Bolton, BL1 4DN
Scores 44 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 71% 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 55
- Easy to get through on the phone68
- Easy to contact online30
- Good experience of getting in touch44
- Did not wait too long for the appointment59
Quality of care 30
- Patients rate the surgery as good35
- Patients got what they needed29
- Doctors and nurses listen42
- Patients trust the staff6
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done67
- Meets NHS clinical targets34
- Children vaccinated on time46
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
71%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 75%
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 | 71% | 57% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via website | 50% | 58% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 71% | 54% | 54% |
| Reception staff helpful | 75% | 85% | 75% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 46% | 31% | 50% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 38% | 42% | 39% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 76% | 84% | 79% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 87% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 73% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 54% | 57% | 57% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 40% | 26% | 29% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 84% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 82% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 85% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 84% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 81% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 81% |
| Supported by local services | 80% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 69% | 43% | 58% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 44% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 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 5 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 46 Wyresdale Road, Bolton, BL1 4DN
- Phone
- 01204 494133
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Chorley Roads Network PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- P82634 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Singh S
- 575/577 Halliwell Road, Halliwell, Bolton, BL1 8BZ · 01204 841154
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 22 November 2017
This rating is 8 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 | 9.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 13.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 5.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 56% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 94% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 81% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyresdale Road Surgerythis surgery | – | 44 | 71% | 75% | Yes |
| Dalefield SurgeryBolton, BL1 4JP | 0.5 miles | 32 | 48% | 78% | Yes |
| Cornerstone SurgeryBolton, BL1 6AH | 0.6 miles | 67 | 74% | 86% | Yes |
| Pikes Lane 1Bolton, BL3 5HP | 0.7 miles | 60 | 60% | 87% | Yes |
| Olive Family PracticeBolton, BL3 5HP | 0.7 miles | 53 | 75% | 76% | Yes |
| Al Fal Medical GroupBolton, BL3 5HP | 0.7 miles | 7 | 45% | 61% | Yes |
| Dr S NaseefBolton, BL3 5HP | 0.7 miles | 96 | 88% | 93% | Yes |
| Spring House SurgeryBolton, BL1 6AF | 0.7 miles | 66 | 64% | 82% | Yes |
| 3d Medical CentreBolton, BL3 5DP | 0.7 miles | 36 | 82% | 66% | Yes |
| Deane Medical CentreBolton, BL3 5AH | 0.7 miles | 34 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
Cornerstone Surgery is 0.6 miles away, scores 67 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Wyresdale Road Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Wyresdale Road Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01204 494133.
How do patients rate Wyresdale Road Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Wyresdale Road Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 71% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 44 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Wyresdale Road Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Wyresdale Road Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 22 November 2017).
What are the opening times of Wyresdale Road Surgery?
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 5 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Wyresdale Road Surgery?
Call 01204 494133. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 46 Wyresdale Road, Bolton, BL1 4DN.
Does Wyresdale Road Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Wyresdale Road Surgery also runs Singh S (575/577 Halliwell Road, Halliwell, Bolton, BL1 8BZ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Wyresdale Road Surgery?
Around 4,190 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Chorley Roads Network PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Greater Manchester 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.