GP surgery in Leigh
Leigh Family Practice
Bridgewater Medical Centre, Henry Street, Leigh, WN7 2PE
Scores 24 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 70% of patients say their experience is good and 66% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. 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 35
- Easy to get through on the phone58
- Easy to contact online59
- Good experience of getting in touch38
- Did not wait too long for the appointment11
Quality of care 14
- Patients rate the surgery as good22
- Patients got what they needed7
- Doctors and nurses listen23
- Patients trust the staff34
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done16
- Meets NHS clinical targets64
- Children vaccinated on time22
What patients say
102 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
66%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
70%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 68% · 2026: 70%
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 | 66% | 57% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via website | 62% | 58% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 54% | 54% | 35% |
| Reception staff helpful | 86% | 85% | 89% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 14% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 3% | 42% | 32% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 73% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 90% | 93% | 89% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 75% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 55% | 57% | 59% |
| Waiting time was about right | 54% | 69% | 54% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 35% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 80% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 81% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 67% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 85% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 83% |
| Needs were met | 82% | 90% | 84% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 70% | 77% | 68% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 77% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 41% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 39% | 46% | 60% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 102 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 20 May 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Bridgewater Medical Centre, Henry Street, Leigh, WN7 2PE
- Phone
- 01942 557739
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.ssphealth.com/our-practices/leigh-family-practice
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Leigh PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- Y02322 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Leigh Family Practice Branch Surgery
- 475 Wigan Road, Leigh, WN7 5HQ
- The Leigh Family Practice
- 6 the Centre, Leigh, WN7 2XY
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 4 March 2019
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 | 11.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 23.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 19.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 66% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 51% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 50% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 62% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Family Practicethis surgery | – | 24 | 66% | 70% | Yes |
| Old Henry Street Medical CentreLeigh, WN7 2PG | under 0.1 miles | 67 | 76% | 81% | Yes |
| Lilford & Pennington Park SurgeryLeigh, WN7 2PE | under 0.1 miles | 55 | 69% | 77% | Yes |
| Premier Health TeamLeigh, WN7 2PE | under 0.1 miles | 94 | 86% | 92% | Yes |
| Foxleigh Family SurgeryLeigh, WN7 2PE | under 0.1 miles | 78 | 90% | 85% | Yes |
| Brookmill Medical CentreLeigh, WN7 2RB | 0.2 miles | 48 | 67% | 76% | Yes |
| Grasmere SurgeryLeigh, WN7 1HR | 0.7 miles | 78 | 88% | 90% | Yes |
| The Avenue SurgeryLeigh, WN7 1HR | 0.7 miles | 79 | 88% | 91% | Yes |
| Leigh Sports VillageLeigh, WN7 4JY | 0.8 miles | 35 | 57% | 75% | Yes |
| Westleigh Medical PracticeLeigh, WN7 5JE | 1.3 miles | 23 | 51% | 62% | Yes |
Old Henry Street Medical Centre is under 0.1 miles away, scores 67 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Leigh Family Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Leigh Family Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01942 557739.
How do patients rate Leigh Family Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 70% of patients at Leigh Family Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 66% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 24 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Leigh Family Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Leigh Family Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 4 March 2019).
What are the opening times of Leigh Family 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 20 May 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Leigh Family Practice?
Call 01942 557739 or visit its website, www.ssphealth.com/our-practices/leigh-family-practice. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Bridgewater Medical Centre, Henry Street, Leigh, WN7 2PE.
Does Leigh Family Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Leigh Family Practice also runs Leigh Family Practice Branch Surgery (475 Wigan Road, Leigh, WN7 5HQ) and The Leigh Family Practice (6 the Centre, Leigh, WN7 2XY). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Leigh Family Practice?
Around 9,545 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Leigh PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Greater Manchester 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.