GP surgery in Leighton Buzzard
Salisbury House Surgery
Lake Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1RS
Scores 12 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 65% of patients say their experience is good and 41% 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 7
- Easy to get through on the phone15
- Easy to contact online2
- Good experience of getting in touch8
- Did not wait too long for the appointment16
Quality of care 24
- Patients rate the surgery as good12
- Patients got what they needed42
- Doctors and nurses listen14
- Patients trust the staff8
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done64
- Meets NHS clinical targets85
- Children vaccinated on time77
What patients say
94 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
41%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
65%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-13
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 65%
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 | 41% | 57% | 34% |
| Easy to contact via website | 25% | 58% | 59% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 31% | 54% | 30% |
| Reception staff helpful | 79% | 85% | 76% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 18% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 46% | 42% | 24% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 80% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 84% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 55% | 73% | 66% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 34% | 57% | 42% |
| Waiting time was about right | 58% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 24% | 26% | 28% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 80% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 79% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 69% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 85% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 84% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 65% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 90% | 79% | 84% |
| Supported by local services | 57% | 70% | 62% |
| Discussed managing condition | 30% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 29% | 46% | 28% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 94 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 15 June 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Lake Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1RS
- Phone
- 01525 243890
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.salisburyhousesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Leighton Linslade Health Connections PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- E81004 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Leighton Buzzard Health Centre
- 25 Bassett Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1AR
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 7 April 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 | 15.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 75% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 86% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury House Surgerythis surgery | – | 12 | 41% | 65% | Yes |
| Dr JL Henderson & PartnersLeighton Buzzard, LU7 1AR | 0.2 miles | 20 | 35% | 68% | Yes |
| Leighton Road SurgeryLeighton Buzzard, LU7 1LB | 0.3 miles | 12 | 33% | 63% | Yes |
| Ashcroft SurgeryLeighton Buzzard, LU7 0NE | 2.7 miles | 84 | 78% | 89% | Yes |
| 3w HealthLeighton Buzzard, LU7 0NE | 2.8 miles | 49 | 45% | 82% | Yes |
| Edlesborough SurgeryDunstable, LU6 2HT | 4.5 miles | 72 | 68% | 87% | Yes |
| Toddington Medical CentreDunstable, LU5 6DE | 5.9 miles | 51 | 45% | 76% | Yes |
| Westfield Road SurgeryMilton Keynes, MK2 2DJ | 6.1 miles | 48 | 60% | 76% | Yes |
| Houghton Regis Medical CentreDunstable, LU5 5EZ | 6.1 miles | 2 | 34% | 51% | Yes |
| Priory Gardens SurgeryDunstable, LU5 4JD | 6.1 miles | 41 | 70% | 78% | Yes |
Ashcroft Surgery is 2.7 miles away, scores 84 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Salisbury House Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Salisbury House Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01525 243890.
How do patients rate Salisbury House Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 65% of patients at Salisbury House Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 41% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 12 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Salisbury House Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Salisbury House Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 April 2016).
What are the opening times of Salisbury House Surgery?
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 15 June 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Salisbury House Surgery?
Call 01525 243890 or visit its website, www.salisburyhousesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Lake Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1RS.
Does Salisbury House Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Salisbury House Surgery also runs Leighton Buzzard Health Centre (25 Bassett Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1AR). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Salisbury House Surgery?
Around 12,022 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Leighton Linslade Health Connections PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Central East 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.