GP surgery in Buckinghamshire
Edlesborough Surgery
11 Cow Lane, Edlesborough, Dunstable, LU6 2HT
Scores 72 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 87% of patients say their experience is good and 68% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. 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 66
- Easy to get through on the phone62
- Easy to contact online86
- Good experience of getting in touch81
- Did not wait too long for the appointment40
Quality of care 75
- Patients rate the surgery as good78
- Patients got what they needed57
- Doctors and nurses listen88
- Patients trust the staff62
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done69
- Meets NHS clinical targets54
- Children vaccinated on time27
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
68%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
87%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 79% · 2026: 87%
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 | 68% | 57% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via website | 75% | 58% | 47% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 74% | 54% | 55% |
| Reception staff helpful | 93% | 85% | 85% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 45% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 45% | 42% | 23% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 90% | 84% | 83% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 86% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 71% | 57% | 56% |
| Waiting time was about right | 68% | 69% | 53% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 95% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 87% | 77% | 79% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 91% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 44% | 43% | 38% |
| Agreed a care plan | 35% | 46% | 51% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 110 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 noon 2pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to noon 2pm to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to noon 2pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to noon |
| Friday | 8am to noon 2pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 28 June 2012. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 11 Cow Lane, Edlesborough, Dunstable, LU6 2HT
- Phone
- 01525 221630
- Website
- www.edlesboroughsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Bucks PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- K82079 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Pitstone Surgery
- Yardley Avenue, Pitstone, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9BE
Access and facilities
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
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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 | 18.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 82% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 69% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 64% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 91% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 72% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edlesborough Surgerythis surgery | – | 72 | 68% | 87% | Yes |
| Kirby Road SurgeryDunstable, LU6 3JH | 2.8 miles | 34 | 52% | 72% | Yes |
| West Street SurgeryDunstable, LU6 1SF | 2.9 miles | 80 | 77% | 86% | Yes |
| Eastgate SurgeryDunstable, LU5 4RU | 3.2 miles | 66 | 86% | 81% | Yes |
| Priory Gardens SurgeryDunstable, LU5 4JD | 3.3 miles | 41 | 70% | 78% | Yes |
| Kingsbury Court SurgeryDunstable, LU5 4RS | 3.3 miles | 28 | 58% | 75% | Yes |
| Houghton Regis Medical CentreDunstable, LU5 5EZ | 3.9 miles | 2 | 34% | 51% | Yes |
| Salisbury House SurgeryLeighton Buzzard, LU7 1RS | 4.5 miles | 12 | 41% | 65% | Yes |
| Wheatfield SurgeryLuton, LU4 0SY | 4.5 miles | 9 | 33% | 68% | Yes |
| Leighton Road SurgeryLeighton Buzzard, LU7 1LB | 4.7 miles | 12 | 33% | 63% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Edlesborough Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Edlesborough Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01525 221630.
How do patients rate Edlesborough Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 87% of patients at Edlesborough Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 68% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 72 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Edlesborough Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Edlesborough Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 September 2022).
What are the opening times of Edlesborough Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to noon 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to noon 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to noon 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 8am to noon, Friday 8am to noon 2pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 28 June 2012. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Edlesborough Surgery?
Call 01525 221630 or visit its website, www.edlesboroughsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 11 Cow Lane, Edlesborough, Dunstable, LU6 2HT.
Does Edlesborough Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Edlesborough Surgery also runs Pitstone Surgery (Yardley Avenue, Pitstone, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9BE). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Edlesborough Surgery?
Around 8,647 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Bucks PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Thames Valley 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.