GP surgery in Northolt
Somerset Medical Centre
Guv Health Centre, Taywood Road, Northolt, UB5 6WL
Scores 47 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 77% 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 2022. 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 53
- Easy to get through on the phone49
- Easy to contact online52
- Good experience of getting in touch46
- Did not wait too long for the appointment61
Quality of care 38
- Patients rate the surgery as good42
- Patients got what they needed26
- Doctors and nurses listen51
- Patients trust the staff27
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done90
- Meets NHS clinical targets35
- Children vaccinated on time8
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
61%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+4
change since last year
2025: 73% · 2026: 77%
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% | 59% |
| Easy to contact via website | 59% | 58% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 43% | 54% | 64% |
| Reception staff helpful | 79% | 85% | 77% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 43% | 31% | 46% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 40% | 42% | 38% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 71% | 84% | 62% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 83% |
| Good experience of contacting | 74% | 73% | 66% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 52% | 57% | 47% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 63% |
| Remote appointment | 32% | 26% | 43% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 77% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 83% | 75% | 62% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 73% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 71% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 63% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 46% |
| Agreed a care plan | 75% | 46% | 57% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 104 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 27 March 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Guv Health Centre, Taywood Road, Northolt, UB5 6WL
- Phone
- 020 3405 8000
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Northolt PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- E85623 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Requires improvement |
| 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 | 11.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 6.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 67% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 81% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 85% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 87% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 83% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 47 | 61% | 77% | Yes |
| Goodcare PracticeNortholt, UB5 6WL | under 0.1 miles | 8 | 37% | 65% | Yes |
| Broadmead SurgeryNortholt, UB5 6WL | under 0.1 miles | 28 | 56% | 70% | Yes |
| Eastmead Avenue SurgeryGreenford, UB6 9RB | 0.6 miles | 49 | 55% | 77% | Yes |
| Willow Tree SurgeryHayes, UB4 9BG | 0.6 miles | 4 | 44% | 58% | Yes |
| Somerset Fhp OSouthall, UB1 2TU | 0.7 miles | 26 | 59% | 66% | Yes |
| St. Georges Medical CentreSouthall, UB1 2RX | 0.7 miles | 34 | 63% | 71% | Yes |
| Jubilee Gardens Medical CentreSouthall, UB1 2TJ | 0.8 miles | 46 | 69% | 76% | Yes |
| Dr Sivanesan & PartnerSouthall, UB1 2TJ | 0.8 miles | 88 | 71% | 92% | Yes |
| The Mansell Road PracticeGreenford, UB6 9EN | 0.8 miles | 72 | 79% | 84% | Yes |
Dr Sivanesan & Partner is 0.8 miles away, scores 88 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Somerset Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Somerset Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 3405 8000.
How do patients rate Somerset Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Somerset Medical Centre 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 47 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Somerset Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Somerset Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 13 September 2022).
What are the opening times of Somerset Medical 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 27 March 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Somerset Medical Centre?
Call 020 3405 8000. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Guv Health Centre, Taywood Road, Northolt, UB5 6WL.
How many patients are registered at Somerset Medical Centre?
Around 2,929 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Northolt 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.