GP surgery in Barnet
Oakleigh Road Health Centre
280 Oakleigh Road North, Whetstone, London, N20 0DH
Scores 18 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 74% of patients say their experience is good and 52% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 16
- Easy to get through on the phone31
- Easy to contact online8
- Good experience of getting in touch33
- Did not wait too long for the appointment4
Quality of care 25
- Patients rate the surgery as good33
- Patients got what they needed32
- Doctors and nurses listen44
- Patients trust the staff9
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done35
- Meets NHS clinical targets41
- Children vaccinated on time28
What patients say
113 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
51%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 80% · 2026: 74%
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 | 51% | 57% | 59% |
| Easy to contact via website | 35% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 38% | 54% | 53% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 86% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 41% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 33% | 42% | 50% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 73% | 84% | 82% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 82% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 70% | 73% | 70% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 45% | 57% | 62% |
| Waiting time was about right | 46% | 69% | 56% |
| Remote appointment | 19% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 87% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 69% | 75% | 76% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 86% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 86% | 92% | 89% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 80% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 71% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 71% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 31% |
| Agreed a care plan | 28% | 46% | 29% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 113 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 23 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 280 Oakleigh Road North, Whetstone, London, N20 0DH
- Phone
- 020 8361 3638
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Barnet 2 PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- E83003 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 24 January 2018
This rating is 8 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 | 13.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 66% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 64% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 70% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 65% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakleigh Road Health Centrethis surgery | – | 18 | 52% | 74% | Yes |
| Brunswick Park Medical PracticeLondon, N11 1EY | 0.5 miles | 24 | 44% | 72% | Yes |
| St Andrews Medical PracticeLondon, N20 9EX | 0.7 miles | 14 | 42% | 63% | Yes |
| Friern Barnet Medical CentreLondon, N11 3BU | 0.8 miles | 83 | 60% | 88% | Yes |
| Torrington Park Group PracticeLondon, N12 9SS | 0.9 miles | 34 | 41% | 79% | Yes |
| The Speedwell PracticeLondon, N12 9SS | 0.9 miles | 38 | 62% | 78% | Yes |
| Cornwall House SurgeryLondon, N12 9SS | 0.9 miles | 11 | 46% | 63% | Yes |
| Homeless Action in BarnetLondon, N12 0RG | 1.1 miles | – | – | – | No |
| Barnet Federated Gps LimitedLondon, N12 8LY | 1.2 miles | – | – | – | – |
| SouthgateLondon, N14 4PR | 1.3 miles | 20 | 50% | 66% | Yes |
Friern Barnet Medical Centre is 0.8 miles away, scores 83 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Oakleigh Road Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Oakleigh Road Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8361 3638.
How do patients rate Oakleigh Road Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 74% of patients at Oakleigh Road Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 52% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 18 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Oakleigh Road Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Oakleigh Road Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 24 January 2018).
What are the opening times of Oakleigh Road Health Centre?
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 23 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Oakleigh Road Health Centre?
Call 020 8361 3638. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 280 Oakleigh Road North, Whetstone, London, N20 0DH.
How many patients are registered at Oakleigh Road Health Centre?
Around 10,375 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Barnet 2 PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West and North London 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.