GP surgery in Lambeth
The Corner Surgery
99 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9NS
Scores 80 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 86% 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 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 85
- Easy to get through on the phone84
- Easy to contact online84
- Good experience of getting in touch76
- Did not wait too long for the appointment75
Quality of care 69
- Patients rate the surgery as good75
- Patients got what they needed64
- Doctors and nurses listen82
- Patients trust the staff65
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done53
- Meets NHS clinical targets24
- Children vaccinated on time11
What patients say
128 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
81%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
86%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+22
change since last year
2025: 65% · 2026: 86%
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% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via website | 74% | 58% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 73% | 54% | 47% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 82% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 27% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 55% | 42% | 21% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 77% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 89% |
| Good experience of contacting | 84% | 73% | 63% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 60% | 57% | 52% |
| Waiting time was about right | 80% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 33% | 26% | 49% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 75% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 74% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 85% | 75% | 70% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 85% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 81% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 86% | 77% | 65% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 87% | 79% | 70% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 37% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 45% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 128 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 7pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 7pm |
| Friday | 8am to 7pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 99 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9NS
- Phone
- 020 7274 4507
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Fiveways PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G85127 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- 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 | 10.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 61% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 83% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 91% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 61% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Corner Surgerythis surgery | – | 80 | 81% | 86% | Yes |
| Herne Hill Road Medical PracticeLondon, SE24 0AU | 0.4 miles | 68 | 68% | 84% | Yes |
| Camberwell Green SurgeryLondon, SE5 7AF | 0.4 miles | 52 | 68% | 76% | Yes |
| Parkside Medical CentreLondon, SE5 7AQ | 0.4 miles | 44 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
| Fiveways PCN Ea HubLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.6 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Lambeth Walk Group PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.6 miles | 59 | 74% | 77% | Yes |
| Brunswick Park Family PracticeLondon, SE5 7RF | 0.6 miles | 35 | 78% | 79% | Yes |
| St Giles SurgeryLondon, SE5 7RF | 0.6 miles | 55 | 83% | 84% | Yes |
| Akerman Medical PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.6 miles | 23 | 52% | 74% | Yes |
| Minet Green Health PracticeLondon, SW9 6AF | 0.6 miles | 52 | 70% | 76% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Corner Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Corner Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 7274 4507.
How do patients rate The Corner Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 86% of patients at The Corner 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 80 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Corner Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Corner Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 22 December 2023).
What are the opening times of The Corner Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 7pm, Tuesday 8am to 7pm, Wednesday 8am to 7pm, Thursday 8am to 7pm, Friday 8am to 7pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Corner Surgery?
Call 020 7274 4507. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 99 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9NS.
How many patients are registered at The Corner Surgery?
Around 6,538 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Fiveways PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South 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.