GP surgery in Hounslow
Chestnut Practice
Hounslow Health Centre, 92 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3LN
Scores 30 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 77% 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 2018. 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 22
- Easy to get through on the phone41
- Easy to contact online10
- Good experience of getting in touch41
- Did not wait too long for the appointment4
Quality of care 44
- Patients rate the surgery as good44
- Patients got what they needed42
- Doctors and nurses listen52
- Patients trust the staff13
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done77
- Meets NHS clinical targets45
- Children vaccinated on time62
What patients say
93 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
57%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 77%
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% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via website | 37% | 58% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 44% | 54% | 52% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 77% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 63% | 31% | 52% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 44% | 42% | 50% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 77% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 90% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 65% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 71% | 57% | 71% |
| Waiting time was about right | 46% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 22% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 80% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 80% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 79% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 87% | 93% | 84% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 88% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 65% | 79% | 67% |
| Supported by local services | 55% | 70% | 76% |
| Discussed managing condition | 65% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 51% | 46% | 66% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 93 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 30 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Hounslow Health Centre, 92 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3LN
- Phone
- 020 8630 1400
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Hounslow Health PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- E85059 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- 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 25 May 2018
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 | 14.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 13.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 3.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 66% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 85% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 83% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 73% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Practicethis surgery | – | 30 | 57% | 77% | Yes |
| Blue Wing Family Doctor UnitHounslow, TW3 3LN | under 0.1 miles | 10 | 38% | 61% | Yes |
| Green PracticeHounslow, TW3 3LN | under 0.1 miles | 37 | 69% | 70% | Yes |
| The Practice Heart of HounslowHounslow, TW3 3LN | under 0.1 miles | 35 | 72% | 77% | Yes |
| Hounslow Medical CentreHounslow, TW3 3ET | 0.2 miles | 30 | 54% | 77% | Yes |
| Bath Road SurgeryHounslow, TW3 3ET | 0.2 miles | 49 | 71% | 75% | Yes |
| Hounslow Family PracticeHounslow, TW3 4JX | 0.4 miles | 57 | 72% | 78% | Yes |
| HiyosHounslow, TW3 1NL | 0.5 miles | 76 | 78% | 90% | Yes |
| Medical CentreHounslow, TW3 1NU | 0.7 miles | 44 | 72% | 77% | Yes |
| Kingfisher PracticeHounslow, TW3 2DY | 0.7 miles | 66 | 88% | 82% | Yes |
Bath Road Surgery is 0.2 miles away, scores 49 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Chestnut Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Chestnut Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8630 1400.
How do patients rate Chestnut Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Chestnut Practice 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 30 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Chestnut Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Chestnut Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 25 May 2018).
What are the opening times of Chestnut Practice?
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 30 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Chestnut Practice?
Call 020 8630 1400. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Hounslow Health Centre, 92 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3LN.
How many patients are registered at Chestnut Practice?
Around 8,354 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Hounslow Health 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.