GP surgery in Harlow
Sydenham House Surgery
Sydenham House, Monswick Road, Long Ley, Harlow, CM20 3NT
Scores 65 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 83% of patients say their experience is good and 81% 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 78
- Easy to get through on the phone84
- Easy to contact online79
- Good experience of getting in touch57
- Did not wait too long for the appointment77
Quality of care 44
- Patients rate the surgery as good65
- Patients got what they needed36
- Doctors and nurses listen50
- Patients trust the staff38
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done40
- Meets NHS clinical targets7
- Children vaccinated on time20
What patients say
108 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
81%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+13
change since last year
2025: 70% · 2026: 83%
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 | 81% | 57% | 75% |
| Easy to contact via website | 70% | 58% | 24% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 59% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 89% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 37% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 44% | 42% | 55% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 78% | 73% | 79% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 59% | 57% | 63% |
| Waiting time was about right | 81% | 69% | 77% |
| Remote appointment | 17% | 26% | 31% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 83% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 77% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 71% | 75% | 64% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 70% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 85% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 44% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 23% | 46% | 58% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 108 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 | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 23 November 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Sydenham House, Monswick Road, Long Ley, Harlow, CM20 3NT
- Phone
- 01279 422525
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Harlow North PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F81619 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle 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 | 13.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 8.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 17.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 83% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 51% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 75% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydenham House Surgerythis surgery | – | 65 | 81% | 83% | Yes |
| Nuffield House Health CentreHarlow, CM20 3AX | 0.4 miles | 2 | 29% | 48% | Yes |
| The Ross PracticeHarlow, CM18 6LY | 0.9 miles | 28 | 37% | 70% | Yes |
| Church Langley Medical PracticeHarlow, CM17 9TG | 0.9 miles | 10 | 48% | 56% | Yes |
| The Hamilton PracticeHarlow, CM18 6LY | 0.9 miles | 40 | 65% | 77% | Yes |
| Addison House - Haque PracticeHarlow, CM20 1DS | 1.0 miles | 0 | 22% | 45% | Yes |
| Lister Medical CentreHarlow, CM18 6YJ | 1.4 miles | 1 | 25% | 57% | Yes |
| Old Harlow Health CentreHarlow, CM17 0AX | 1.4 miles | 84 | 76% | 90% | Yes |
| The Rivers HospitalSawbridgeworth, CM21 0HH | 2.7 miles | – | – | – | – |
| The Rivers HospitalSawbridgeworth, CM21 0HH | 2.7 miles | – | – | – | – |
Old Harlow Health Centre is 1.4 miles away, scores 84 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Sydenham House Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Sydenham House Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01279 422525.
How do patients rate Sydenham House Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 83% of patients at Sydenham House Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 81% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 65 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Sydenham House Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Sydenham House Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 14 July 2026).
What are the opening times of Sydenham House Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 23 November 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Sydenham House Surgery?
Call 01279 422525. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Sydenham House, Monswick Road, Long Ley, Harlow, CM20 3NT.
How many patients are registered at Sydenham House Surgery?
Around 3,967 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Harlow North PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Essex 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.