GP surgery in Brent
Cricklewood General Practice
7 Oaklands Road, Cricklewood, London, NW2 6DJ
Scores 62 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 84% of patients say their experience is good and 80% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 73
- Easy to get through on the phone82
- Easy to contact online52
- Good experience of getting in touch76
- Did not wait too long for the appointment53
Quality of care 45
- Patients rate the surgery as good66
- Patients got what they needed34
- Doctors and nurses listen54
- Patients trust the staff64
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done14
- Meets NHS clinical targets17
- Children vaccinated on time12
What patients say
92 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
80%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
84%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+6
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 84%
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 | 80% | 57% | 68% |
| Easy to contact via website | 59% | 58% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 72% | 54% | 53% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 82% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 51% | 31% | 54% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 66% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 81% | 84% | 77% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 85% |
| Good experience of contacting | 84% | 73% | 75% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 73% | 57% | 56% |
| Waiting time was about right | 73% | 69% | 60% |
| Remote appointment | 40% | 26% | 38% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 84% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 84% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 56% | 79% | 61% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 58% |
| Discussed managing condition | 68% | 43% | 56% |
| Agreed a care plan | 71% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 92 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 7pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 7pm |
| Friday | 8am to 7pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 8 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 7 Oaklands Road, Cricklewood, London, NW2 6DJ
- Phone
- 020 3826 8084
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Barnet 6 PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- Y02986 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Free NHS WiFi
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 5.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 2.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 17.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 49% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 55% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 75% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 68% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 46% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 68% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cricklewood General Practicethis surgery | – | 62 | 80% | 84% | Yes |
| Chichele Road SurgeryLondon, NW2 3AN | 0.1 mile | 21 | 71% | 69% | Yes |
| Willesden Green SurgeryLondon, NW2 3UY | 0.2 miles | 92 | 95% | 90% | Yes |
| Walm Lane SurgeryLondon, NW2 4RT | 0.4 miles | 62 | 80% | 88% | Yes |
| Mapesbury Medical GroupLondon, NW2 3PS | 0.5 miles | 76 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
| Greenfield Medical CentreLondon, NW2 1HS | 0.6 miles | 31 | 63% | 74% | Yes |
| Oxgate Gardens SurgeryLondon, NW2 6EA | 0.7 miles | 7 | 51% | 62% | Yes |
| Gray's Inn Medical Group West HampsteadLondon, NW6 1DS | 0.9 miles | 85 | 82% | 91% | Yes |
| Staverton SurgeryLondon, NW2 5HA | 0.9 miles | 67 | 80% | 84% | Yes |
| Pennine Drive PracticeLondon, NW2 1PA | 0.9 miles | 3 | 40% | 61% | Yes |
Willesden Green Surgery is 0.2 miles away, scores 92 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Cricklewood General Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Cricklewood General Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 3826 8084.
How do patients rate Cricklewood General Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 84% of patients at Cricklewood General Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 80% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 62 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Cricklewood General Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 7pm, Tuesday 8am to 7pm, Wednesday 8am to 7pm, Thursday 8am to 7pm, Friday 8am to 7pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 8 July 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Cricklewood General Practice?
Call 020 3826 8084. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 7 Oaklands Road, Cricklewood, London, NW2 6DJ.
How many patients are registered at Cricklewood General Practice?
Around 5,202 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Barnet 6 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.