GP surgery in Kilburn
Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group)
Abbey Centre, 172a Belsize Road, London, NW6 4BJ
Scores 35 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 79% of patients say their experience is good and 69% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. 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 37
- Easy to get through on the phone63
- Easy to contact online41
- Good experience of getting in touch46
- Did not wait too long for the appointment8
Quality of care 35
- Patients rate the surgery as good51
- Patients got what they needed27
- Doctors and nurses listen15
- Patients trust the staff33
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done74
- Meets NHS clinical targets33
- Children vaccinated on time8
What patients say
98 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
69%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
79%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+7
change since last year
2025: 72% · 2026: 79%
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 | 69% | 57% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via website | 55% | 58% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 66% | 54% | 60% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 45% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 48% | 42% | 36% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 80% | 84% | 83% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 87% |
| Good experience of contacting | 74% | 73% | 71% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 52% | 57% | 64% |
| Waiting time was about right | 52% | 69% | 52% |
| Remote appointment | 24% | 26% | 37% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 80% | 87% | 77% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 83% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 79% | 77% | 72% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 75% | 79% | 69% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 56% |
| Discussed managing condition | 56% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 55% |
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
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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 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 8 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Abbey Centre, 172a Belsize Road, London, NW6 4BJ
- Phone
- 020 7328 8200
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.belsizepriorymedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Central Hampstead PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F83658 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
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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 | 11.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 56% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 66% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 77% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 86% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 66% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 72% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group)this surgery | – | 35 | 69% | 79% | Yes |
| Abbey Medical CentreLondon, NW8 0AG | 0.2 miles | 62 | 65% | 83% | Yes |
| Swiss Cottage SurgeryLondon, NW3 3NP | 0.6 miles | 88 | 74% | 88% | Yes |
| St Johns Wood Medical PracticeLondon, NW8 9NH | 0.6 miles | 54 | 69% | 86% | Yes |
| Ground Floor Lanark Medical CentreLondon, NW8 9NH | 0.6 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Brondesbury Medical CentreLondon, NW6 7JQ | 0.7 miles | 40 | 62% | 80% | Yes |
| Third Floor Lanark Road Medical CentreLondon, W9 1NZ | 0.7 miles | 72 | 76% | 87% | Yes |
| Gray's Inn Medical Group HampsteadLondon, NW3 5BY | 0.7 miles | 73 | 86% | 86% | Yes |
| The Randolph SurgeryLondon, W9 1NH | 0.7 miles | 4 | 27% | 56% | Yes |
| Kilburn Park Medical CentreLondon, NW6 5HB | 0.8 miles | 26 | 64% | 69% | Yes |
Abbey Medical Centre is 0.2 miles away, scores 62 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group) taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group) was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 7328 8200.
How do patients rate Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group)?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 79% of patients at Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group) said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 69% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 35 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group)?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group) as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 July 2022).
What are the opening times of Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group)?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, 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 8 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group)?
Call 020 7328 8200 or visit its website, www.belsizepriorymedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Abbey Centre, 172a Belsize Road, London, NW6 4BJ.
How many patients are registered at Belsize Priory Medical Practice (Group)?
Around 6,162 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Central Hampstead PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West and North London 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.