GP surgery in Wigston
Bushloe Surgery
Two Steeples Medical Centre, Abington Close, Wigston, LE18 2EW
Scores 85 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 88% of patients say their experience is good and 58% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2024. 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 75
- Easy to get through on the phone43
- Easy to contact online92
- Good experience of getting in touch78
- Did not wait too long for the appointment82
Quality of care 92
- Patients rate the surgery as good81
- Patients got what they needed86
- Doctors and nurses listen92
- Patients trust the staff94
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done64
- Meets NHS clinical targets89
- Children vaccinated on time85
What patients say
91 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
58%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
88%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+5
change since last year
2025: 83% · 2026: 88%
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 | 58% | 57% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via website | 80% | 58% | 72% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 84% | 54% | 46% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 20% | 31% | 31% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 46% | 42% | 56% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 90% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 88% | 93% | 86% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 77% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 68% | 57% | 66% |
| Waiting time was about right | 83% | 69% | 86% |
| Remote appointment | 35% | 26% | 36% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 97% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 88% | 77% | 83% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 81% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 79% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 28% |
| Agreed a care plan | 33% | 46% | 39% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 91 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 9 July 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Two Steeples Medical Centre, Abington Close, Wigston, LE18 2EW
- Phone
- 0116 344 0233
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.bushloesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Oadby & Wigston PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C82013 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- Lift
- Pharmacy
- Toilets
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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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 | 19.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 81% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 65% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushloe Surgerythis surgery | – | 85 | 58% | 88% | Yes |
| Wigston Central SurgeryWigston, LE18 2EW | under 0.1 miles | 62 | 68% | 87% | Yes |
| South Wigston Health CentreWigston, LE18 4SE | 0.5 miles | 45 | 56% | 80% | Yes |
| Spirit Primary Care Limited-AsquithLeicester, LE2 6FQ | 1.2 miles | 12 | 42% | 63% | Yes |
| Sturdee Road Health and Wellbeing CentreLeicester, LE2 9DB | 1.3 miles | 58 | 63% | 76% | Yes |
| The Hedges Medical Centre (Sa Bailey)Leicester, LE2 9BU | 1.4 miles | 30 | 40% | 74% | Yes |
| Rosemead Drive SurgeryLeicester, LE2 5PP | 1.6 miles | 70 | 81% | 82% | Yes |
| Saffron Group PracticeLeicester, LE2 6UL | 1.6 miles | 16 | 39% | 76% | Yes |
| The Central SurgeryLeicester, LE2 5AA | 1.8 miles | 15 | 29% | 67% | Yes |
| Northfield Medical CentreLeicester, LE8 4NS | 2.0 miles | 89 | 67% | 92% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Bushloe Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Bushloe Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0116 344 0233.
How do patients rate Bushloe Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 88% of patients at Bushloe Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 58% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 85 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Bushloe Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Bushloe Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 18 September 2024).
What are the opening times of Bushloe 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 9 July 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Bushloe Surgery?
Call 0116 344 0233 or visit its website, www.bushloesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Two Steeples Medical Centre, Abington Close, Wigston, LE18 2EW.
How many patients are registered at Bushloe Surgery?
Around 13,299 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Oadby & Wigston 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.