GP surgery in Halifax
The Boulevard Medical Practice
116 Savile Park Road, Halifax, HX1 2ES
Scores 22 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 72% of patients say their experience is good and 44% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2023. 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 22
- Easy to get through on the phone19
- Easy to contact online21
- Good experience of getting in touch15
- Did not wait too long for the appointment49
Quality of care 26
- Patients rate the surgery as good25
- Patients got what they needed31
- Doctors and nurses listen23
- Patients trust the staff59
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done19
- Meets NHS clinical targets82
- Children vaccinated on time26
What patients say
105 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
44%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
72%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+7
change since last year
2025: 65% · 2026: 72%
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 | 44% | 57% | 29% |
| Easy to contact via website | 44% | 58% | 28% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 49% | 54% | 36% |
| Reception staff helpful | 72% | 85% | 75% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 28% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 14% | 42% | 31% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 81% | 84% | 82% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 61% | 73% | 49% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 29% | 57% | 37% |
| Waiting time was about right | 71% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 39% | 26% | 27% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 78% |
| Treated with care and concern | 78% | 86% | 76% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 53% |
| Had all the information needed | 87% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 72% | 77% | 65% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 86% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 51% | 70% | 60% |
| Discussed managing condition | 37% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 45% | 46% | 28% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 105 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 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am to 12:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 116 Savile Park Road, Halifax, HX1 2ES
- Phone
- 01422 365533
- Website
- www.boulevardpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Central Halifax PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B84019 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Horne Street Surgery
- Horne Street, Halifax, HX1 5UA
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Pram park
- Baby changing facility
- 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? | 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 | 12.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 11.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 19.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 60% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 64% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 65% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 58% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 58% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Boulevard Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 22 | 44% | 72% | Yes |
| Lister Lane SurgeryHalifax, HX1 5AX | 0.4 miles | 8 | 43% | 63% | Yes |
| King Cross PracticeHalifax, HX1 3LW | 0.5 miles | 33 | 36% | 87% | Yes |
| Caritas Group PracticeHalifax, HX3 6EL | 0.9 miles | 21 | 58% | 67% | Yes |
| Spring Hall Group PracticeHalifax, HX1 4JG | 1.0 miles | 10 | 29% | 58% | Yes |
| Plane Trees Group PracticeHalifax, HX2 0QL | 1.4 miles | 70 | 74% | 83% | Yes |
| Beechwood Medical CentreHalifax, HX2 8AL | 1.9 miles | 47 | 74% | 75% | Yes |
| Station Road SurgerySowerby Bridge, HX6 3AB | 1.9 miles | 23 | 46% | 61% | Yes |
| Stainland Road Medical CentreHalifax, HX4 8BD | 2.2 miles | 41 | 61% | 72% | Yes |
| The Northolme PracticeHalifax, HX3 8AF | 2.5 miles | 65 | 55% | 86% | Yes |
King Cross Practice is 0.5 miles away, scores 33 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Boulevard Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Boulevard Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01422 365533.
How do patients rate The Boulevard Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 72% of patients at The Boulevard Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 44% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 22 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Boulevard Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Boulevard Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 11 August 2023).
What are the opening times of The Boulevard Medical Practice?
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 8:30am to 12:30pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Boulevard Medical Practice?
Call 01422 365533 or visit its website, www.boulevardpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 116 Savile Park Road, Halifax, HX1 2ES.
Does The Boulevard Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Boulevard Medical Practice also runs Horne Street Surgery (Horne Street, Halifax, HX1 5UA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Boulevard Medical Practice?
Around 17,040 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Central Halifax PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West Yorkshire 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.