GP surgery in Leicester
Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett)
9 Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9ED
Scores 5 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 64% of patients say their experience is good and 44% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 6
- Easy to get through on the phone19
- Easy to contact online12
- Good experience of getting in touch11
- Did not wait too long for the appointment1
Quality of care 7
- Patients rate the surgery as good11
- Patients got what they needed2
- Doctors and nurses listen14
- Patients trust the staff2
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done50
- Meets NHS clinical targets36
- Children vaccinated on time32
What patients say
120 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
44%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
64%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 66% · 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 | 44% | 57% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via website | 38% | 58% | 24% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 31% | 54% | 34% |
| Reception staff helpful | 78% | 85% | 87% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 7% | 42% | 23% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 74% | 84% | 73% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 86% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 58% | 73% | 60% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 45% | 57% | 42% |
| Waiting time was about right | 38% | 69% | 58% |
| Remote appointment | 27% | 26% | 27% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 80% | 87% | 77% |
| Treated with care and concern | 77% | 86% | 81% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 67% |
| Had all the information needed | 85% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 81% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 88% |
| Needs were met | 77% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 64% | 77% | 66% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 69% | 79% | 58% |
| Supported by local services | 64% | 70% | 47% |
| Discussed managing condition | 42% | 43% | 30% |
| Agreed a care plan | 62% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 120 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 | 7:45am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:45am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:45am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:45am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7:45am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 29 March 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 9 Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9ED
- Phone
- 0116 253 6263
- Website
- www.grobyroadmedicalcentre.com
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- G3 PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C82005 · NHS profile
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 4 May 2017
This rating is 9 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? | Requires improvement |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 14.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 7.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 66% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 57% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 70% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 78% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett)this surgery | – | 5 | 44% | 64% | Yes |
| Fosse Medical Centre (Dr H Mukadam)Leicester, LE3 5RR | 0.5 miles | 27 | 46% | 82% | Yes |
| Leicester City Assist PracticeLeicester, LE1 4SX | 0.8 miles | 88 | 73% | 88% | Yes |
| Inclusion HealthcareLeicester, LE1 4SX | 0.8 miles | 78 | 79% | 83% | Yes |
| Manor Park Medical PracticeLeicester, LE4 0JF | 0.9 miles | 6 | 32% | 64% | Yes |
| Westend Medical PracticeLeicester, LE3 0LP | 0.9 miles | 10 | 38% | 63% | Yes |
| Dr U K RoyLeicester, LE3 0QD | 1.0 miles | 87 | 70% | 93% | Yes |
| Beaumont Lodge Medical PracticeLeicester, LE4 0QR | 1.1 miles | 58 | 69% | 81% | Yes |
| Bowling Green Street SurgeryLeicester, LE1 6AS | 1.1 miles | 8 | 34% | 67% | Yes |
| Westcotes GP Surgery (Two)Leicester, LE3 0QR | 1.1 miles | 30 | 66% | 72% | Yes |
Fosse Medical Centre (Dr H Mukadam) is 0.5 miles away, scores 27 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett) taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett) was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0116 253 6263.
How do patients rate Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett)?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 64% of patients at Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett) said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 44% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 5 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett)?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett) as Good at its last published inspection (report published 4 May 2017).
What are the opening times of Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett)?
Reception is open Monday 7:45am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 7:45am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7:45am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7:45am to 6:30pm, Friday 7:45am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 29 March 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett)?
Call 0116 253 6263 or visit its website, www.grobyroadmedicalcentre.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 9 Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9ED.
How many patients are registered at Groby Road Medical Centre (Id Patchett)?
Around 11,090 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of G3 PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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.