GP surgery in Leeds
Highfield Surgery
Holtdale Approach, Leeds, LS16 7RX
Scores 80 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 85% of patients say their experience is good and 80% 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 77
- Easy to get through on the phone83
- Easy to contact online98
- Good experience of getting in touch88
- Did not wait too long for the appointment35
Quality of care 80
- Patients rate the surgery as good70
- Patients got what they needed79
- Doctors and nurses listen50
- Patients trust the staff76
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done65
- Meets NHS clinical targets98
- Children vaccinated on time95
What patients say
96 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
80%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
85%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 85%
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 | 80% | 57% | 85% |
| Easy to contact via website | 88% | 58% | 89% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 78% | 54% | 83% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 52% | 31% | 42% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 56% | 42% | 67% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 89% | 73% | 89% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 72% | 57% | 71% |
| Waiting time was about right | 66% | 69% | 61% |
| Remote appointment | 8% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 92% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 85% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 79% | 70% | 70% |
| Discussed managing condition | 63% | 43% | 56% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 54% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 96 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 5 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Holtdale Approach, Leeds, LS16 7RX
- Phone
- 0113 295 3600
- Website
- www.highfieldsurgery.com
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Holt Park PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B86004 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 30 November 2016
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? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 16.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 7.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 84% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 67% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Surgerythis surgery | – | 80 | 80% | 85% | Yes |
| Dr S Hutchinson & Partners, Iw&h M PracLeeds, LS16 6FR | 0.6 miles | 22 | 25% | 74% | Yes |
| Vesper RoadLeeds, LS5 3QT | 2.0 miles | 68 | 81% | 79% | Yes |
| Alwoodley Medical CentreLeeds, LS17 5DT | 2.4 miles | 18 | 34% | 70% | Yes |
| Abbey Grange Medical PracticeLeeds, LS5 3JN | 2.6 miles | 95 | 82% | 91% | Yes |
| Meanwood Health CentreLeeds, LS6 4JN | 2.6 miles | 68 | 60% | 86% | Yes |
| Burton Croft SurgeryLeeds, LS6 2AF | 2.7 miles | 26 | 37% | 74% | Yes |
| Laurel Bank SurgeryLeeds, LS6 3DS | 2.8 miles | 44 | 69% | 75% | Yes |
| Kirkstall Lane Medical CentreLeeds, LS6 3DS | 2.8 miles | 94 | 86% | 95% | Yes |
| Manor Park SurgeryLeeds, LS13 2UP | 3.0 miles | 69 | 67% | 85% | Yes |
Abbey Grange Medical Practice is 2.6 miles away, scores 95 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Highfield Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Highfield Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0113 295 3600.
How do patients rate Highfield Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 85% of patients at Highfield Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 80% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 80 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Highfield Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Highfield Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 November 2016).
What are the opening times of Highfield 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 5 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Highfield Surgery?
Call 0113 295 3600 or visit its website, www.highfieldsurgery.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Holtdale Approach, Leeds, LS16 7RX.
How many patients are registered at Highfield Surgery?
Around 8,431 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Holt Park 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.