GP surgery in Leicester Forest East and Kirby Muxloe
Forest Medical Group
Warren Lane, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3LW
Scores 31 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 73% of patients say their experience is good and 44% 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 30
- Easy to get through on the phone20
- Easy to contact online45
- Good experience of getting in touch24
- Did not wait too long for the appointment56
Quality of care 36
- Patients rate the surgery as good29
- Patients got what they needed16
- Doctors and nurses listen39
- Patients trust the staff53
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done69
- Meets NHS clinical targets76
- Children vaccinated on time80
What patients say
121 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
44%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
73%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-10
change since last year
2025: 82% · 2026: 73%
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 | 44% | 57% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via website | 56% | 58% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 53% | 54% | 68% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 25% | 31% | 20% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 26% | 42% | 22% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 86% | 84% | 86% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 66% | 73% | 75% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 27% | 57% | 36% |
| Waiting time was about right | 74% | 69% | 87% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 15% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 68% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 82% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 73% | 77% | 82% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 82% |
| Supported by local services | 54% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 29% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 25% | 46% | 40% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 121 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 | 8am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 21 May 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Warren Lane, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3LW
- Phone
- 0116 289 8111
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Blaby PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C82066 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- New Lubbesthopre Health Centre
- Unit 7, The Brook Centre, Tay Road, Leicester, LE19 4EW
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Parent and baby room
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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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 | 15.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 69% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 64% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 84% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Medical Groupthis surgery | – | 31 | 44% | 73% | Yes |
| Llr Sas ProviderLeicester, LE1 8FL | 1.4 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Ratby Medical CentreLeicester, LE6 0LE | 1.8 miles | 39 | 60% | 76% | Yes |
| Oakmeadow Surgery (GJ Ingrams)Leicester, LE3 8NF | 1.9 miles | 4 | 27% | 49% | Yes |
| Hockley Farm Medical Practice (A Nana)Leicester, LE3 1HN | 2.0 miles | 1 | 41% | 58% | Yes |
| Enderby Medical CentreLeicester, LE19 4LY | 2.3 miles | 44 | 52% | 86% | Yes |
| Kingsway SurgeryLeicester, LE3 2JN | 2.4 miles | 3 | 37% | 45% | Yes |
| Merridale Medical Centre (RP Tew)Leicester, LE3 1BL | 2.8 miles | 13 | 43% | 69% | Yes |
| The Glenfield SurgeryLeicester, LE3 8GS | 2.8 miles | 28 | 55% | 67% | Yes |
| The Parks Medical Centre (B Hainsworth)Leicester, LE3 9PW | 2.8 miles | 44 | 67% | 78% | Yes |
Enderby Medical Centre is 2.3 miles away, scores 44 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Forest Medical Group taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Forest Medical Group was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0116 289 8111.
How do patients rate Forest Medical Group?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 73% of patients at Forest Medical Group said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 44% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 31 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Forest Medical Group?
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 8am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 21 May 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Forest Medical Group?
Call 0116 289 8111. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Warren Lane, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3LW.
Does Forest Medical Group have a branch surgery?
Yes. Forest Medical Group also runs New Lubbesthopre Health Centre (Unit 7, The Brook Centre, Tay Road, Leicester, LE19 4EW). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Forest Medical Group?
Around 17,007 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Blaby PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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.