GP surgery in Garforth
Garforth Medical Centre
Church Lane, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1HB
Scores 44 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 84% of patients say their experience is good and 47% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2025. 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 40
- Easy to get through on the phone23
- Easy to contact online48
- Good experience of getting in touch39
- Did not wait too long for the appointment61
Quality of care 50
- Patients rate the surgery as good66
- Patients got what they needed45
- Doctors and nurses listen12
- Patients trust the staff20
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done37
- Meets NHS clinical targets89
- Children vaccinated on time92
What patients say
98 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
47%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
84%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+9
change since last year
2025: 75% · 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 | 47% | 57% | 46% |
| Easy to contact via website | 57% | 58% | 53% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 53% | 54% | 55% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 80% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 26% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 19% | 42% | 46% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 82% | 84% | 79% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 60% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 48% | 57% | 46% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 72% |
| Remote appointment | 17% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 79% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 79% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 70% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 89% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 86% | 92% | 89% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 84% | 77% | 75% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 87% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 54% | 43% | 33% |
| Agreed a care plan | 41% | 46% | 59% |
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 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 24 February 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Church Lane, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1HB
- Phone
- 0113 287 7321
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.garforthmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Ls25/Ls26 PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B86048 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Elmwood Surgery
- Elmwood Lane, Barwick in Elmet, Leeds, LS15 4JX · 0113 2812216
- Jessamine Cottage
- Main Street North, Aberford, Leeds, LS25 3AA · 0113 2813265
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- 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 | 18.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 70% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 60% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garforth Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 44 | 47% | 84% | Yes |
| Moorfield House SurgeryLeeds, LS25 1AN | 0.3 miles | 46 | 64% | 77% | Yes |
| Gibson Lane PracticeLeeds, LS25 7JN | 1.7 miles | 53 | 45% | 82% | Yes |
| Dr T P Fox & PartnersLeeds, LS15 9JH | 1.8 miles | 35 | 43% | 79% | Yes |
| Kippax Hall SurgeryLeeds, LS25 7AB | 1.9 miles | 62 | 61% | 85% | Yes |
| Family DoctorsLeeds, LS15 8NN | 2.2 miles | 96 | 84% | 93% | Yes |
| Keystone GP PartnershipLeeds, LS15 8BA | 2.7 miles | 24 | 22% | 79% | Yes |
| Manston SurgeryLeeds, LS15 8BZ | 2.7 miles | 0 | 14% | 47% | Yes |
| The Medical CentreLeeds, LS14 6DX | 3.1 miles | 48 | 54% | 77% | Yes |
| Nova Scotia Medical CntrCastleford, WF10 2DP | 3.1 miles | 42 | 62% | 80% | Yes |
Kippax Hall Surgery is 1.9 miles away, scores 62 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Garforth Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Garforth Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0113 287 7321.
How do patients rate Garforth Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 84% of patients at Garforth Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 47% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 44 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Garforth Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Garforth Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 22 August 2025).
What are the opening times of Garforth Medical Centre?
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 24 February 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Garforth Medical Centre?
Call 0113 287 7321 or visit its website, www.garforthmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Church Lane, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1HB.
Does Garforth Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Garforth Medical Centre also runs Elmwood Surgery (Elmwood Lane, Barwick in Elmet, Leeds, LS15 4JX) and Jessamine Cottage (Main Street North, Aberford, Leeds, LS25 3AA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Garforth Medical Centre?
Around 14,529 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Ls25/Ls26 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.