GP surgery in Chesham
Gladstone Road Surgery
260-290 Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3EZ
Scores 29 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 67% of patients say their experience is good and 64% 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 37
- Easy to get through on the phone54
- Easy to contact online64
- Good experience of getting in touch30
- Did not wait too long for the appointment25
Quality of care 23
- Patients rate the surgery as good16
- Patients got what they needed28
- Doctors and nurses listen46
- Patients trust the staff30
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done31
- Meets NHS clinical targets96
- Children vaccinated on time27
What patients say
103 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
64%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
67%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-8
change since last year
2025: 76% · 2026: 67%
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 | 64% | 57% | 71% |
| Easy to contact via website | 64% | 58% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 75% | 54% | 48% |
| Reception staff helpful | 79% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 22% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 69% | 73% | 72% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 45% | 57% | 50% |
| Waiting time was about right | 62% | 69% | 53% |
| Remote appointment | 25% | 26% | 30% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 74% | 75% | 76% |
| Had all the information needed | 80% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 67% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 90% | 79% | 77% |
| Supported by local services | 84% | 70% | 62% |
| Discussed managing condition | 46% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 59% | 46% | 28% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 103 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 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 8 July 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 260-290 Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3EZ
- Phone
- 01494 782884
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.gladstonesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Chesham & Little Chalfont PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- K82058 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 30 June 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 | 13.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 60% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 85% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 65% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gladstone Road Surgerythis surgery | – | 29 | 64% | 67% | Yes |
| The New Surgery CheshamChesham, HP5 3EZ | under 0.1 miles | 81 | 82% | 90% | Yes |
| Water Meadow SurgeryChesham, HP5 1ET | 0.8 miles | 64 | 60% | 79% | Yes |
| Amersham Health CentreAmersham, HP6 5AY | 2.6 miles | 46 | 48% | 78% | Yes |
| Rectory Meadow SurgeryAmersham, HP7 0HG | 3.1 miles | 82 | 74% | 86% | Yes |
| Archway SurgeryHemel Hempstead, HP3 0HJ | 3.3 miles | 82 | 95% | 82% | Yes |
| Little Chalfont SurgeryAmersham, HP7 9NU | 3.6 miles | 66 | 57% | 77% | Yes |
| Gossoms End SurgeryBerkhamsted, HP4 1DL | 3.7 miles | 71 | 74% | 82% | Yes |
| The Manor Street SurgeryBerkhamsted, HP4 2DL | 3.8 miles | 74 | 85% | 84% | Yes |
| Prospect House SurgeryGreat Missenden, HP16 0BG | 4.2 miles | 73 | 77% | 81% | Yes |
The New Surgery Chesham is under 0.1 miles away, scores 81 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Gladstone Road Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Gladstone Road Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01494 782884.
How do patients rate Gladstone Road Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 67% of patients at Gladstone Road Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 64% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 29 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Gladstone Road Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Gladstone Road Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 June 2016).
What are the opening times of Gladstone Road Surgery?
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 closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 8 July 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Gladstone Road Surgery?
Call 01494 782884 or visit its website, www.gladstonesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 260-290 Berkhampstead Road, Chesham, HP5 3EZ.
How many patients are registered at Gladstone Road Surgery?
Around 5,909 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Chesham & Little Chalfont 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.