GP surgery in Huddersfield
Marsh Surgery
Doctors Surgery, 42 Westbourne Road, Huddersfield, HD1 4LE
Scores 57 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 60% 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 63
- Easy to get through on the phone47
- Easy to contact online67
- Good experience of getting in touch56
- Did not wait too long for the appointment76
Quality of care 48
- Patients rate the surgery as good63
- Patients got what they needed59
- Doctors and nurses listen32
- Patients trust the staff66
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done22
- Meets NHS clinical targets2
- Children vaccinated on time21
What patients say
83 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
60%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+14
change since last year
2025: 68% · 2026: 83%
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 | 60% | 57% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via website | 65% | 58% | 61% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 60% | 54% | 53% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 82% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 46% | 31% | 42% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 39% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 76% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 89% |
| Good experience of contacting | 77% | 73% | 59% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 56% | 57% | 55% |
| Waiting time was about right | 81% | 69% | 61% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 21% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 79% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 77% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 87% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 68% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 68% |
| Supported by local services | 69% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 41% | 43% | 55% |
| Agreed a care plan | 52% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 83 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 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 1pm |
| 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 9 December 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Doctors Surgery, 42 Westbourne Road, Huddersfield, HD1 4LE
- Phone
- 01484 426044
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Greenwood PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B85623 · NHS profile
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 23 March 2016
This rating is 10 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 | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 13.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 61% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 64% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 47% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 53% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 74% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Surgerythis surgery | – | 57 | 60% | 83% | Yes |
| Westbourne SurgeryHuddersfield, HD1 4QR | 0.1 mile | 97 | 92% | 95% | Yes |
| Rose Medical PracticeHuddersfield, HD1 5PU | 0.5 miles | 96 | 88% | 95% | Yes |
| Greenhead Family DoctorsHuddersfield, HD1 5PX | 0.5 miles | 86 | 73% | 90% | Yes |
| Lindley Group Practice LtdHuddersfield, HD3 3DY | 0.7 miles | 51 | 60% | 82% | Yes |
| Paddock and Longwood Family PracticeHuddersfield, HD1 4TS | 0.7 miles | 50 | 70% | 71% | Yes |
| The Whitehouse CentreHuddersfield, HD1 4EW | 0.7 miles | 61 | 76% | 85% | No |
| Birkby Health CentreHuddersfield, HD2 2YD | 0.8 miles | 84 | 80% | 89% | Yes |
| Crosland Moor SurgeryHuddersfield, HD4 5RX | 0.9 miles | 47 | 78% | 83% | Yes |
| Croft Medical CentreHuddersfield, HD2 2RU | 1.0 miles | 9 | 46% | 66% | Yes |
Westbourne Surgery is 0.1 mile away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Marsh Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Marsh Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01484 426044.
How do patients rate Marsh Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at Marsh Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 60% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 57 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Marsh Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Marsh Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 23 March 2016).
What are the opening times of Marsh Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 8pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 1pm, 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 9 December 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Marsh Surgery?
Call 01484 426044. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Doctors Surgery, 42 Westbourne Road, Huddersfield, HD1 4LE.
How many patients are registered at Marsh Surgery?
Around 3,411 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Greenwood 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.