GP surgery in Clayhall
Clayhall Clinic
14 Clayhall Avenue, Clayhall, Ilford, IG5 0LG
Scores 65 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 85% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2020. 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 72
- Easy to get through on the phone90
- Easy to contact online64
- Good experience of getting in touch63
- Did not wait too long for the appointment52
Quality of care 54
- Patients rate the surgery as good47
- Patients got what they needed14
- Doctors and nurses listen57
- Patients trust the staff89
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done77
- Meets NHS clinical targets67
- Children vaccinated on time53
What patients say
98 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
85%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 76% · 2026: 78%
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 | 85% | 57% | 67% |
| Easy to contact via website | 64% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 69% | 54% | 53% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 34% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 26% | 42% | 48% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 80% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 68% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 73% |
| Remote appointment | 31% | 26% | 39% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 80% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 70% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 83% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 79% |
| Needs were met | 84% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 74% | 79% | 67% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 63% |
| Discussed managing condition | 63% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 39% | 46% | 75% |
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
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 24 January 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 14 Clayhall Avenue, Clayhall, Ilford, IG5 0LG
- Phone
- 020 8551 3193
- Website
- www.clayhallgrouppractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Wanstead and Woodford PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F86691 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Roding (Lane) Surgery
- 2 Roding Lane North, Woodford Wells, Woodford Green, IG8 8NR
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 27 February 2020
This rating is 6 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 | 15.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 11.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 7.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 66% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 84% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayhall Clinicthis surgery | – | 65 | 85% | 78% | Yes |
| The Fullwell Avenue SurgeryIlford, IG5 0SB | 1.0 miles | 61 | 87% | 78% | Yes |
| Kenwood MedicalIlford, IG2 6YG | 1.1 miles | 74 | 76% | 87% | Yes |
| The Heathcote Primary Care CentreIlford, IG2 6YG | 1.1 miles | 79 | 88% | 90% | Yes |
| Southdene SurgeryLondon, E18 1BD | 1.1 miles | 51 | 63% | 78% | Yes |
| The Shrubberies Medical CentreLondon, E18 1BD | 1.1 miles | 47 | 65% | 82% | Yes |
| Gants Hill Medical Centre & the Redbridge SurgeryIlford, IG2 6UP | 1.1 miles | 6 | 26% | 61% | Yes |
| Glebelands PracticeLondon, E18 2AB | 1.1 miles | 98 | 91% | 97% | Yes |
| Cranbrook SurgeryIlford, IG2 6RJ | 1.2 miles | 62 | 75% | 86% | Yes |
| The Eastern Avenue Medical CentreIlford, IG2 6RJ | 1.2 miles | 10 | 34% | 67% | Yes |
The Heathcote Primary Care Centre is 1.1 miles away, scores 79 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Clayhall Clinic taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Clayhall Clinic was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8551 3193.
How do patients rate Clayhall Clinic?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Clayhall Clinic said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 85% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 65 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Clayhall Clinic?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Clayhall Clinic as Good at its last published inspection (report published 27 February 2020).
What are the opening times of Clayhall Clinic?
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 24 January 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Clayhall Clinic?
Call 020 8551 3193 or visit its website, www.clayhallgrouppractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 14 Clayhall Avenue, Clayhall, Ilford, IG5 0LG.
Does Clayhall Clinic have a branch surgery?
Yes. Clayhall Clinic also runs Roding (Lane) Surgery (2 Roding Lane North, Woodford Wells, Woodford Green, IG8 8NR). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Clayhall Clinic?
Around 11,185 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Wanstead and Woodford PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North 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.