GP surgery in Barnet
St Andrews Medical Practice
50 Oakleigh Road North, Whetstone, London, N20 9EX
Scores 14 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 63% of patients say their experience is good and 42% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 13
- Easy to get through on the phone16
- Easy to contact online29
- Good experience of getting in touch12
- Did not wait too long for the appointment23
Quality of care 20
- Patients rate the surgery as good10
- Patients got what they needed22
- Doctors and nurses listen79
- Patients trust the staff45
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done33
- Meets NHS clinical targets11
- Children vaccinated on time29
What patients say
87 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
42%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
63%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+9
change since last year
2025: 54% · 2026: 63%
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 | 42% | 57% | 38% |
| Easy to contact via website | 49% | 58% | 26% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 43% | 54% | 16% |
| Reception staff helpful | 63% | 85% | 64% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 26% | 31% | 30% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 12% | 42% | 19% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 76% | 84% | 67% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 76% | 93% | 88% |
| Good experience of contacting | 59% | 73% | 42% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 49% | 57% | 29% |
| Waiting time was about right | 61% | 69% | 44% |
| Remote appointment | 25% | 26% | 20% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 80% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 80% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 74% | 75% | 56% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 83% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 89% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 63% | 77% | 54% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 72% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 70% | 70% | 50% |
| Discussed managing condition | 38% | 43% | 25% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 49% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 87 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 | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 14 December 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 50 Oakleigh Road North, Whetstone, London, N20 9EX
- Phone
- 020 8445 0475
- [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
- E83024 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car 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 | 12.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 8.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 80% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 70% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 71% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 64% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 14 | 42% | 63% | Yes |
| Oakleigh Road Health CentreLondon, N20 0DH | 0.7 miles | 18 | 52% | 74% | 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 |
| Torrington Park Group PracticeLondon, N12 9SS | 0.9 miles | 34 | 41% | 79% | Yes |
| Brunswick Park Medical PracticeLondon, N11 1EY | 1.0 miles | 24 | 44% | 72% | Yes |
| East Barnet Health CentreBarnet, EN4 8QZ | 1.2 miles | 6 | 39% | 66% | Yes |
| Barnet Federated Gps LimitedLondon, N12 8LY | 1.2 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Homeless Action in BarnetLondon, N12 0RG | 1.2 miles | – | – | – | No |
| The Village SurgeryBarnet, EN4 8RF | 1.3 miles | 71 | 73% | 86% | Yes |
The Speedwell Practice is 0.9 miles away, scores 38 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is St Andrews Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), St Andrews Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8445 0475.
How do patients rate St Andrews Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 63% of patients at St Andrews Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 42% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 14 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for St Andrews Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated St Andrews Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 23 June 2026).
What are the opening times of St Andrews Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 14 December 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact St Andrews Medical Practice?
Call 020 8445 0475. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 50 Oakleigh Road North, Whetstone, London, N20 9EX.
How many patients are registered at St Andrews Medical Practice?
Around 11,622 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.