GP surgery in Pontefract
Friarwood Surgery
Carleton Glen, Pontefract, WF8 1SU
Scores 13 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 64% of patients say their experience is good and 35% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 10
- Easy to get through on the phone9
- Easy to contact online48
- Good experience of getting in touch10
- Did not wait too long for the appointment14
Quality of care 21
- Patients rate the surgery as good11
- Patients got what they needed35
- Doctors and nurses listen20
- Patients trust the staff4
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done59
- Meets NHS clinical targets81
- Children vaccinated on time85
What patients say
107 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
35%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
64%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-10
change since last year
2025: 75% · 2026: 64%
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 | 35% | 57% | 40% |
| Easy to contact via website | 57% | 58% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 59% | 54% | 45% |
| Reception staff helpful | 78% | 85% | 79% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 24% | 31% | 20% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 26% | 42% | 23% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 81% | 84% | 79% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 58% | 73% | 60% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 47% | 57% | 44% |
| Waiting time was about right | 56% | 69% | 61% |
| Remote appointment | 36% | 26% | 30% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 82% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 80% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 65% | 75% | 69% |
| Had all the information needed | 84% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 83% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 64% | 77% | 75% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 74% | 70% | 75% |
| Discussed managing condition | 48% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 57% | 46% | 25% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 107 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Carleton Glen, Pontefract, WF8 1SU
- Phone
- 01977 704777
- Website
- www.friarwoodsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Pontefract and Knottingley PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B87011 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Parent and baby room
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Disabled 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 | 20.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 61% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friarwood Surgerythis surgery | – | 13 | 35% | 64% | Yes |
| Northgate SurgeryPontefract, WF8 1NF | 0.4 miles | 53 | 55% | 73% | Yes |
| Stuart RoadPontefract, WF8 4PQ | 0.5 miles | 27 | 48% | 73% | Yes |
| Station LanePontefract, WF7 6JL | 2.2 miles | 93 | 84% | 95% | Yes |
| St Thomas Road SurgeryPontefract, WF7 5HE | 2.2 miles | 70 | 55% | 85% | Yes |
| Ash GroveKnottingley, WF11 0JA | 2.8 miles | 27 | 39% | 73% | Yes |
| Henry Moore ClinicCastleford, WF10 4EN | 3.0 miles | 86 | 74% | 88% | Yes |
| Tieve TaraCastleford, WF10 2QP | 3.1 miles | 5 | 32% | 65% | Yes |
| Castleford Medical PracticeCastleford, WF10 1DP | 3.2 miles | 60 | 63% | 79% | Yes |
| College Lane SurgeryPontefract, WF7 7HZ | 3.2 miles | 99 | 93% | 94% | Yes |
Northgate Surgery is 0.4 miles away, scores 53 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Friarwood Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Friarwood Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01977 704777.
How do patients rate Friarwood Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 64% of patients at Friarwood Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 35% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 13 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Friarwood Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Friarwood Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 22 January 2026).
What are the opening times of Friarwood Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Friarwood Surgery?
Call 01977 704777 or visit its website, www.friarwoodsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Carleton Glen, Pontefract, WF8 1SU.
How many patients are registered at Friarwood Surgery?
Around 13,221 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Pontefract and Knottingley PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West Yorkshire 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.