GP surgery in Waltham Forest
Sma Medical Practice
693 High Road Leyton, Leyton, London, E10 6RA
Scores 52 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 80% of patients say their experience is good and 61% 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 42
- Easy to get through on the phone49
- Easy to contact online50
- Good experience of getting in touch53
- Did not wait too long for the appointment25
Quality of care 63
- Patients rate the surgery as good53
- Patients got what they needed70
- Doctors and nurses listen66
- Patients trust the staff67
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done84
- Meets NHS clinical targets20
- Children vaccinated on time22
What patients say
102 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
61%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+14
change since last year
2025: 67% · 2026: 80%
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 | 61% | 57% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via website | 58% | 58% | 61% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 57% | 54% | 59% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 77% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 24% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 37% | 42% | 17% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 77% | 84% | 79% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 85% | 93% | 81% |
| Good experience of contacting | 77% | 73% | 66% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 57% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 62% | 69% | 73% |
| Remote appointment | 39% | 26% | 28% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 84% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 80% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 66% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 77% | 79% | 71% |
| Supported by local services | 74% | 70% | 56% |
| Discussed managing condition | 52% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 63% | 46% | 58% |
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.
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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 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 8pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 16 May 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 693 High Road Leyton, Leyton, London, E10 6RA
- Phone
- 020 8539 2078
- [email protected]
- Website
- smamedicalcentre.com
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Waltham Forest Leyton Collaborative PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F86038 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 21 June 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 | 10.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 85% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 94% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 84% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sma Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 52 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
| The Lyndhurst SurgeryLondon, E10 6JB | 0.2 miles | 60 | 70% | 82% | Yes |
| Crawley Road Medical CentreLondon, E10 5EL | 0.4 miles | 59 | 66% | 82% | Yes |
| The Allum Medical CentreLondon, E11 1BN | 0.5 miles | 8 | 31% | 64% | Yes |
| The Manor PracticeLondon, E10 7DY | 0.6 miles | 3 | 44% | 53% | Yes |
| Grove SurgeryLondon, E17 9BU | 0.6 miles | 10 | 56% | 56% | Yes |
| Francis Road Medical CentreLondon, E10 6PP | 0.6 miles | 47 | 50% | 75% | Yes |
| The Ecclesbourne PracticeLondon, E17 9DP | 0.7 miles | 5 | 27% | 56% | Yes |
| Leyton Healthcare 4th FloorLondon, E10 5LG | 0.8 miles | 8 | 49% | 60% | Yes |
| Queens Road Medical CentreLondon, E17 8PX | 0.8 miles | 74 | 83% | 78% | Yes |
Queens Road Medical Centre is 0.8 miles away, scores 74 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Sma Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Sma Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8539 2078.
How do patients rate Sma Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at Sma Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 61% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 52 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Sma Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Sma Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 21 June 2019).
What are the opening times of Sma Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday 8am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 8pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 16 May 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Sma Medical Practice?
Call 020 8539 2078 or visit its website, smamedicalcentre.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 693 High Road Leyton, Leyton, London, E10 6RA.
How many patients are registered at Sma Medical Practice?
Around 11,724 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Waltham Forest Leyton Collaborative PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East 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.