GP surgery in Clapham
Clapham Park Group Practice
72 Clarence Avenue, London, SW4 8JP
Scores 75 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 89% of patients say their experience is good and 87% 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 77
- Easy to get through on the phone91
- Easy to contact online79
- Good experience of getting in touch67
- Did not wait too long for the appointment57
Quality of care 68
- Patients rate the surgery as good83
- Patients got what they needed66
- Doctors and nurses listen42
- Patients trust the staff82
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done24
- Meets NHS clinical targets42
- Children vaccinated on time37
What patients say
116 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
87%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
89%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-3
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 89%
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 | 87% | 57% | 82% |
| Easy to contact via website | 71% | 58% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 59% | 54% | 67% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 95% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 26% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 40% | 42% | 54% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 89% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 47% | 57% | 54% |
| Waiting time was about right | 74% | 69% | 82% |
| Remote appointment | 25% | 26% | 10% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 95% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 87% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 89% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 93% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 91% |
| Discussed managing condition | 37% | 43% | 56% |
| Agreed a care plan | 66% | 46% | 56% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 116 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 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 27 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 72 Clarence Avenue, London, SW4 8JP
- Phone
- 020 8678 5420
- Website
- www.claphamparkgp.com
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Brixton and Clapham Park PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G85109 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Parent and baby room
- Baby changing facility
- Cycle parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 10 January 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 7.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 3.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 7.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 67% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 83% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 76% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 57% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clapham Park Group Practicethis surgery | – | 75 | 87% | 89% | Yes |
| Brixton Hill Group PracticeLondon, SW2 1AE | 0.6 miles | 56 | 66% | 83% | Yes |
| Hetherington Group PracticeLondon, SW4 7NU | 0.7 miles | 77 | 71% | 92% | Yes |
| Clapham Family PracticeLondon, SW4 7DB | 0.8 miles | 40 | 52% | 81% | Yes |
| Sandmere PracticeLondon, SW4 7QJ | 0.8 miles | 72 | 78% | 84% | Yes |
| Palace Road SurgeryLondon, SW2 3DY | 0.8 miles | 67 | 75% | 86% | Yes |
| Thurleigh Road PracticeLondon, SW12 8TT | 0.9 miles | 55 | 55% | 78% | Yes |
| Edith Cavell PracticeLondon, SW2 4TP | 0.9 miles | 45 | 43% | 77% | Yes |
| Grafton Square SurgeryLondon, SW4 0DE | 0.9 miles | 97 | 84% | 92% | Yes |
| Dr Curran & PartnersLondon, SW4 6EB | 0.9 miles | 37 | 62% | 76% | Yes |
Grafton Square Surgery is 0.9 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Clapham Park Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Clapham Park Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8678 5420.
How do patients rate Clapham Park Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 89% of patients at Clapham Park Group Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 87% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 75 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Clapham Park Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Clapham Park Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 10 January 2017).
What are the opening times of Clapham Park Group Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7:30am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 27 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Clapham Park Group Practice?
Call 020 8678 5420 or visit its website, www.claphamparkgp.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 72 Clarence Avenue, London, SW4 8JP.
How many patients are registered at Clapham Park Group Practice?
Around 21,289 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Brixton and Clapham Park PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South East 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.