GP surgery in North West Leicestershire
Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries
132 High Street, Ibstock, LE67 6JP
Scores 64 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 68% 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 67
- Easy to get through on the phone61
- Easy to contact online55
- Good experience of getting in touch74
- Did not wait too long for the appointment61
Quality of care 57
- Patients rate the surgery as good36
- Patients got what they needed77
- Doctors and nurses listen76
- Patients trust the staff42
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done56
- Meets NHS clinical targets55
- Children vaccinated on time84
What patients say
93 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
68%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+4
change since last year
2025: 71% · 2026: 75%
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 | 68% | 57% | 59% |
| Easy to contact via website | 60% | 58% | 46% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 70% | 54% | 67% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 30% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 21% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 94% | 84% | 86% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 83% | 73% | 73% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 38% | 57% | 55% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 21% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 92% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 87% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 90% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 89% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 71% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 65% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 37% | 46% | 64% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 93 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 132 High Street, Ibstock, LE67 6JP
- Phone
- 01530 263467
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North West Leicestershire PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C82012 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Westfields Surgery
- Westfields, Barlestone, Nuneaton, CV13 0EN
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Parent and baby room
- 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 13 July 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? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 18.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 80% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 62% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 62% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeriesthis surgery | – | 64 | 68% | 75% | Yes |
| Hugglescote SurgeryCoalville, LE67 2BS | 2.4 miles | 12 | 36% | 62% | Yes |
| Long Lane SurgeryCoalville, LE67 4DR | 3.2 miles | 9 | 42% | 64% | Yes |
| Whitwick Road SurgeryCoalville, LE67 3FA | 3.3 miles | 11 | 38% | 71% | Yes |
| Broom Leys SurgeryCoalville, LE67 4DE | 3.4 miles | 76 | 71% | 81% | Yes |
| Newbold Verdon Med.practLeicester, LE9 9PZ | 4.3 miles | 70 | 74% | 86% | Yes |
| Dr Am Lewis' PracticeCoalville, LE67 5HX | 4.3 miles | 72 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
| Whitwick Health CentreCoalville, LE67 5HX | 4.3 miles | 74 | 77% | 85% | Yes |
| Measham Medical UnitSwadlincote, DE12 7HR | 4.7 miles | 54 | 66% | 79% | Yes |
| Markfield Medical CentreMarkfield, LE67 9WU | 5.4 miles | 97 | 81% | 95% | Yes |
Broom Leys Surgery is 3.4 miles away, scores 76 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01530 263467.
How do patients rate Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 68% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 64 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries as Good at its last published inspection (report published 13 July 2017).
What are the opening times of Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm, Friday 8am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries?
Call 01530 263467. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 132 High Street, Ibstock, LE67 6JP.
Does Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries have a branch surgery?
Yes. Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries also runs Westfields Surgery (Westfields, Barlestone, Nuneaton, CV13 0EN). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries?
Around 11,877 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North West Leicestershire 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.