GP surgery in Camden
Gower Street Practice
20 Gower Street, London, WC1E 6DP
Scores 40 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 76% of patients say their experience is good and 55% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 49
- Easy to get through on the phone37
- Easy to contact online95
- Good experience of getting in touch67
- Did not wait too long for the appointment27
Quality of care 32
- Patients rate the surgery as good39
- Patients got what they needed51
- Doctors and nurses listen38
- Patients trust the staff58
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done4
- Meets NHS clinical targets28
- Children vaccinated on time12
What patients say
55 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
55%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
76%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+16
change since last year
2025: 59% · 2026: 76%
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 | 55% | 57% | 74% |
| Easy to contact via website | 83% | 58% | 79% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 72% | 54% | 50% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 65% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 26% | 31% | 24% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 46% | 42% | 57% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 94% | 84% | 78% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 100% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 73% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 86% | 57% | 77% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 78% |
| Remote appointment | 6% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 81% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 82% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 76% | 77% | 59% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 75% | 79% | 51% |
| Supported by local services | 42% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 46% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 28% | 46% | 66% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 55 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 31 July 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 20 Gower Street, London, WC1E 6DP
- Phone
- 020 7467 6800
- Website
- www.gowerstreetpractice.org.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- West and Central PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F83005 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 29 October 2018
This rating is 7 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 | 1.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 0.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 1.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 6.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 2.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 5.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 26% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 50% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 72% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 71% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 59% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gower Street Practicethis surgery | – | 40 | 55% | 76% | Yes |
| Ridgmount PracticeLondon, WC1E 7AA | 0.1 mile | 67 | 82% | 65% | Yes |
| Museum PracticeLondon, WC1B 3BA | 0.2 miles | 89 | 96% | 89% | Yes |
| Brunswick Medical Centre UhpcLondon, WC1N 1AF | 0.4 miles | 19 | 41% | 73% | Yes |
| Great Chapel Street Medical CentreLondon, W1D 3HZ | 0.4 miles | 100 | 91% | 93% | Yes |
| Soho Square General PracticeLondon, W1D 3HZ | 0.4 miles | 70 | 77% | 88% | Yes |
| Soho Centre for Health and CareLondon, W1D 3QS | 0.4 miles | 44 | 81% | 78% | Yes |
| Covent Garden Medical CentreLondon, WC2H 9AA | 0.4 miles | 24 | 74% | 74% | Yes |
| Fitzrovia Medical CentreLondon, W1T 6EU | 0.5 miles | 20 | 62% | 78% | Yes |
| The Bloomsbury SurgeryLondon, WC1N 1PD | 0.5 miles | 38 | 66% | 67% | Yes |
Ridgmount Practice is 0.1 mile away, scores 67 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Gower Street Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Gower Street Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 7467 6800.
How do patients rate Gower Street Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 76% of patients at Gower Street Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 55% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 40 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Gower Street Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Gower Street Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 29 October 2018).
What are the opening times of Gower Street Practice?
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 31 July 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Gower Street Practice?
Call 020 7467 6800 or visit its website, www.gowerstreetpractice.org.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 20 Gower Street, London, WC1E 6DP.
How many patients are registered at Gower Street Practice?
Around 19,277 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of West and Central PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West and North London 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.