GP surgery in Leeds
The Garden Surgery
78a Osmondthorpe Lane, Leeds, LS9 9EF
Scores 17 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 70% of patients say their experience is good and 47% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 16
- Easy to get through on the phone23
- Easy to contact online49
- Good experience of getting in touch29
- Did not wait too long for the appointment4
Quality of care 23
- Patients rate the surgery as good22
- Patients got what they needed15
- Doctors and nurses listen50
- Patients trust the staff61
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done45
- Meets NHS clinical targets16
- Children vaccinated on time12
What patients say
116 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
47%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
70%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-8
change since last year
2025: 79% · 2026: 70%
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 | 47% | 57% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via website | 58% | 58% | 50% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 43% | 54% | 68% |
| Reception staff helpful | 76% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 36% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 13% | 42% | 27% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 68% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 89% |
| Good experience of contacting | 68% | 73% | 67% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 56% | 57% | 54% |
| Waiting time was about right | 47% | 69% | 53% |
| Remote appointment | 27% | 26% | 25% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 85% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 79% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 96% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 70% | 77% | 79% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 70% | 79% | 78% |
| Supported by local services | 63% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 45% | 46% | 44% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 116 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 8am to 12:15pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 28 July 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 78a Osmondthorpe Lane, Leeds, LS9 9EF
- Phone
- 0113 200 9190
- Website
- www.thegardensurgeryleeds.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- York Road PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B86054 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 25 May 2016
This rating is 10 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
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 | 18.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 5.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 23.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 21.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 65% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Garden Surgerythis surgery | – | 17 | 47% | 70% | Yes |
| Shaftesbury Medical CentreLeeds, LS9 9EF | 0.1 mile | 57 | 54% | 87% | Yes |
| Bellbrooke SurgeryLeeds, LS9 6AU | 0.7 miles | 36 | 66% | 69% | Yes |
| East Park Medical CentreLeeds, LS9 9JD | 0.9 miles | 7 | 42% | 68% | Yes |
| Ashton View Medical CentreLeeds, LS8 5BS | 1.0 miles | 34 | 76% | 78% | – |
| Conway Medical CentreLeeds, LS8 5DE | 1.0 miles | 19 | 58% | 74% | Yes |
| Shakespeare Medical PracticeLeeds, LS9 7TA | 1.1 miles | 4 | 43% | 66% | Yes |
| Lincoln Green Medical CentreLeeds, LS9 7TA | 1.1 miles | 45 | 64% | 80% | Yes |
| Oakwood Lane Medical PracticeLeeds, LS8 3BZ | 1.3 miles | 5 | 27% | 63% | Yes |
| Foundry Lane SurgeryLeeds, LS14 6GG | 1.3 miles | 8 | 39% | 66% | Yes |
Shaftesbury Medical Centre is 0.1 mile away, scores 57 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Garden Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Garden Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0113 200 9190.
How do patients rate The Garden Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 70% of patients at The Garden Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 47% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 17 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Garden Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Garden Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 25 May 2016).
What are the opening times of The Garden Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 8am to 12:15pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 28 July 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Garden Surgery?
Call 0113 200 9190 or visit its website, www.thegardensurgeryleeds.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 78a Osmondthorpe Lane, Leeds, LS9 9EF.
How many patients are registered at The Garden Surgery?
Around 6,330 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of York Road 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.