GP surgery in Huddersfield
Newsome Surgery Limited
1 Church Lane, Newsome, Huddersfield, HD4 6JE
Scores 10 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 66% of patients say their experience is good and 48% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2023. 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 22
- Easy to get through on the phone25
- Easy to contact online84
- Good experience of getting in touch13
- Did not wait too long for the appointment26
Quality of care 2
- Patients rate the surgery as good14
- Patients got what they needed2
- Doctors and nurses listen2
- Patients trust the staff2
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done10
- Meets NHS clinical targets24
- Children vaccinated on time11
What patients say
89 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
48%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
66%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 71% · 2026: 66%
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 | 48% | 57% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via website | 73% | 58% | 43% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 53% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 76% | 85% | 83% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 25% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 76% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 60% | 73% | 73% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 54% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 66% |
| Remote appointment | 14% | 26% | 16% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 70% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 68% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 60% | 75% | 65% |
| Had all the information needed | 82% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 80% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 79% | 92% | 87% |
| Needs were met | 77% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 66% | 77% | 71% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 87% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 74% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 55% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 89 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 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 1 Church Lane, Newsome, Huddersfield, HD4 6JE
- Phone
- 01484 514118
- Website
- www.newsomesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Viaduct Care PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B85037 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle 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 | 16.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 21.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 66% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 69% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 64% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 56% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 53% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newsome Surgery Limitedthis surgery | – | 10 | 48% | 66% | Yes |
| Lockwood SurgeryHuddersfield, HD1 3XH | 0.5 miles | 11 | 61% | 67% | Yes |
| Meltham Road SurgeryHuddersfield, HD1 3UP | 0.6 miles | 20 | 63% | 77% | Yes |
| Thornton Lodge SurgeryHuddersfield, HD1 3SB | 0.8 miles | 17 | 54% | 73% | Yes |
| University Health CentreHuddersfield, HD1 3AL | 1.1 miles | 68 | 72% | 88% | Yes |
| Crosland Moor SurgeryHuddersfield, HD4 5RX | 1.2 miles | 47 | 78% | 83% | Yes |
| The Whitehouse CentreHuddersfield, HD1 4EW | 1.2 miles | 61 | 76% | 85% | No |
| Paddock and Longwood Family PracticeHuddersfield, HD1 4TS | 1.3 miles | 50 | 70% | 71% | Yes |
| The Almondbury SurgeryHuddersfield, HD5 8XW | 1.4 miles | 40 | 48% | 73% | Yes |
| Rose Medical PracticeHuddersfield, HD1 5PU | 1.4 miles | 96 | 88% | 95% | Yes |
Meltham Road Surgery is 0.6 miles away, scores 20 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Newsome Surgery Limited taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Newsome Surgery Limited was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01484 514118.
How do patients rate Newsome Surgery Limited?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 66% of patients at Newsome Surgery Limited said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 48% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 10 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Newsome Surgery Limited?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Newsome Surgery Limited as Good at its last published inspection (report published 13 December 2023).
What are the opening times of Newsome Surgery Limited?
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 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Newsome Surgery Limited?
Call 01484 514118 or visit its website, www.newsomesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 1 Church Lane, Newsome, Huddersfield, HD4 6JE.
How many patients are registered at Newsome Surgery Limited?
Around 5,786 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Viaduct Care 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.