GP surgery in Maidstone
Langley
Horseshoes Lane, Langley, Maidstone, ME17 3JY
Scores 99 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 98% of patients say their experience is good and 97% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. It is not taking on new patients at the moment.
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 100
- Easy to get through on the phone99
- Easy to contact online100
- Good experience of getting in touch98
- Did not wait too long for the appointment99
Quality of care 99
- Patients rate the surgery as good99
- Patients got what they needed100
- Doctors and nurses listen100
- Patients trust the staff99
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done96
- Meets NHS clinical targets56
- Children vaccinated on time59
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
97%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
98%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 95% · 2026: 98%
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 | 97% | 57% | 92% |
| Easy to contact via website | 98% | 58% | 81% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 93% | 54% | 77% |
| Reception staff helpful | 100% | 85% | 95% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 33% | 31% | 40% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 91% | 42% | 82% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 98% | 84% | 98% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 96% | 73% | 95% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 86% | 57% | 86% |
| Waiting time was about right | 95% | 69% | 91% |
| Remote appointment | 8% | 26% | 9% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 100% | 87% | 99% |
| Treated with care and concern | 100% | 86% | 97% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 99% | 75% | 94% |
| Had all the information needed | 100% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 100% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 100% | 92% | 100% |
| Needs were met | 100% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 98% | 77% | 95% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 92% |
| Supported by local services | 94% | 70% | 76% |
| Discussed managing condition | 58% | 43% | 50% |
| Agreed a care plan | 66% | 46% | 45% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 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 | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Horseshoes Lane, Langley, Maidstone, ME17 3JY
- Phone
- 01622 863030
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- The Ridge PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82691 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
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 | 17.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 83% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 94% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 80% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 82% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langleythis surgery | – | 99 | 97% | 98% | No |
| Wallis AvenueMaidstone, ME15 9JJ | 1.8 miles | 10 | 47% | 72% | Yes |
| Sutton Valence Group PracticeMaidstone, ME17 3BD | 1.8 miles | 55 | 59% | 80% | Yes |
| MoteMaidstone, ME15 9FL | 2.2 miles | 5 | 41% | 61% | Yes |
| BearstedMaidstone, ME14 4DS | 2.3 miles | 82 | 66% | 88% | Yes |
| The Medical Centre GroupMaidstone, ME15 7LN | 2.4 miles | 91 | 88% | 90% | No |
| The College PracticeMaidstone, ME15 6SB | 3.8 miles | 2 | 27% | 59% | Yes |
| Greensand Medical GroupMaidstone, ME17 4NU | 3.8 miles | 1 | 21% | 47% | Yes |
| Brewer StreetMaidstone, ME14 1RU | 4.1 miles | 64 | 78% | 86% | Yes |
| The Vine Medical CentreMaidstone, ME16 8RL | 4.2 miles | 18 | 53% | 62% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Langley taking on new patients?
No. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Langley was not taking on new patients. A surgery can only turn you down for a fair reason, such as living outside its area or its list being full. This can change at any time, so call the surgery to check.
How do patients rate Langley?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 98% of patients at Langley said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 97% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 99 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Langley?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Langley as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 May 2022).
What are the opening times of Langley?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Langley?
Call 01622 863030. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Horseshoes Lane, Langley, Maidstone, ME17 3JY.
How many patients are registered at Langley?
Around 3,414 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of The Ridge PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Kent and Medway 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.