GP surgery in Kippax
Gibson Lane Practice
Gibson Lane, Kippax, Leeds, LS25 7JN
Scores 53 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 45% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 28
- Easy to get through on the phone21
- Easy to contact online36
- Good experience of getting in touch23
- Did not wait too long for the appointment54
Quality of care 82
- Patients rate the surgery as good60
- Patients got what they needed75
- Doctors and nurses listen70
- Patients trust the staff85
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done86
- Meets NHS clinical targets93
- Children vaccinated on time92
What patients say
89 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
45%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+3
change since last year
2025: 79% · 2026: 82%
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 | 45% | 57% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via website | 52% | 58% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 40% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 87% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 21% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 32% | 42% | 37% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 66% | 73% | 70% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 53% | 57% | 61% |
| Waiting time was about right | 73% | 69% | 77% |
| Remote appointment | 43% | 26% | 16% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 79% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 87% | 79% | 85% |
| Supported by local services | 77% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 48% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 50% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 89 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.
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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 28 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Gibson Lane, Kippax, Leeds, LS25 7JN
- Phone
- 0113 287 0870
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.gibsonlanepractice.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
- B86036 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Drs Surgery
- 3-5 Hazelwood Avenue, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 2AW · 0113 2872563
- Monk Fryston Surgery
- 37 Main Street, Monk Fryston, Leeds, LS25 5EG · 01977 683452
Access and facilities
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 12 September 2016
This rating is 10 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
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 | 21.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson Lane Practicethis surgery | – | 53 | 45% | 82% | Yes |
| Kippax Hall SurgeryLeeds, LS25 7AB | 0.3 miles | 62 | 61% | 85% | Yes |
| Garforth Medical CentreLeeds, LS25 1HB | 1.7 miles | 44 | 47% | 84% | Yes |
| Nova Scotia Medical CntrCastleford, WF10 2DP | 1.7 miles | 42 | 62% | 80% | Yes |
| Moorfield House SurgeryLeeds, LS25 1AN | 1.9 miles | 46 | 64% | 77% | Yes |
| Health Care First PartnershipLeeds, LS26 9AA | 2.6 miles | 14 | 30% | 66% | Yes |
| Dr T P Fox & PartnersLeeds, LS15 9JH | 3.0 miles | 35 | 43% | 79% | Yes |
| Riverside Medical CentreCastleford, WF10 1PH | 3.0 miles | 39 | 42% | 76% | Yes |
| Castleford Medical PracticeCastleford, WF10 1DP | 3.3 miles | 60 | 63% | 79% | Yes |
| Tieve TaraCastleford, WF10 2QP | 3.5 miles | 5 | 32% | 65% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Gibson Lane Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Gibson Lane Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0113 287 0870.
How do patients rate Gibson Lane Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Gibson Lane Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 45% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 53 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Gibson Lane Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Gibson Lane Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 September 2016).
What are the opening times of Gibson Lane Practice?
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 28 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Gibson Lane Practice?
Call 0113 287 0870 or visit its website, www.gibsonlanepractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Gibson Lane, Kippax, Leeds, LS25 7JN.
Does Gibson Lane Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Gibson Lane Practice also runs Drs Surgery (3-5 Hazelwood Avenue, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 2AW) and Monk Fryston Surgery (37 Main Street, Monk Fryston, Leeds, LS25 5EG). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Gibson Lane Practice?
Around 11,116 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.