GP surgery in Langley
The Orchard Surgery
Willow Parade, 276 High Street, Langley, Slough, SL3 8HD
Scores 11 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 57% of patients say their experience is good and 31% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2021. 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 12
- Easy to get through on the phone6
- Easy to contact online46
- Good experience of getting in touch6
- Did not wait too long for the appointment32
Quality of care 13
- Patients rate the surgery as good4
- Patients got what they needed8
- Doctors and nurses listen6
- Patients trust the staff9
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done84
- Meets NHS clinical targets75
- Children vaccinated on time56
What patients say
101 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
31%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
57%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 60% · 2026: 57%
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 | 31% | 57% | 22% |
| Easy to contact via website | 57% | 58% | 40% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 31% | 54% | 29% |
| Reception staff helpful | 70% | 85% | 54% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 34% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 22% | 42% | 24% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 67% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 79% |
| Good experience of contacting | 53% | 73% | 49% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 36% | 57% | 22% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 45% |
| Remote appointment | 41% | 26% | 60% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 75% | 87% | 71% |
| Treated with care and concern | 77% | 86% | 70% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 58% | 75% | 59% |
| Had all the information needed | 86% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 86% | 93% | 82% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 82% | 90% | 82% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 57% | 77% | 60% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 63% | 79% | 75% |
| Supported by local services | 54% | 70% | 57% |
| Discussed managing condition | 26% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 59% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 101 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 | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 July 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Willow Parade, 276 High Street, Langley, Slough, SL3 8HD
- Phone
- 01753 542424
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.theorchardsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Locc PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- Y00437 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Train station nearby
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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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 | 13.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 83% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchard Surgerythis surgery | – | 11 | 31% | 57% | Yes |
| Langley Health CentreSlough, SL3 8LE | 0.6 miles | 34 | 50% | 75% | Yes |
| The Ivers PracticeIver, SL0 9NU | 1.8 miles | 16 | 46% | 66% | Yes |
| 240 Wexham RoadSlough, SL2 5JP | 1.8 miles | 17 | 62% | 71% | Yes |
| Kumar Medical CentreSlough, SL2 5JE | 2.0 miles | 44 | 78% | 73% | Yes |
| Datchet Health CentreSlough, SL3 9EX | 2.0 miles | 37 | 54% | 78% | Yes |
| Herschel Medical CentreSlough, SL1 1TT | 2.2 miles | 48 | 46% | 80% | Yes |
| Chapel Medical CentreSlough, SL1 2BJ | 2.2 miles | 15 | 51% | 63% | Yes |
| Slough Treatment, Advice & Recovery TeamSlough, SL2 5DL | 2.7 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Crosby House SurgerySlough, SL1 3NY | 2.7 miles | 31 | 52% | 73% | Yes |
Langley Health Centre is 0.6 miles away, scores 34 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Orchard Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Orchard Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01753 542424.
How do patients rate The Orchard Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 57% of patients at The Orchard Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 31% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 11 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Orchard Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Orchard Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 28 September 2021).
What are the opening times of The Orchard 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 closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 July 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Orchard Surgery?
Call 01753 542424 or visit its website, www.theorchardsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Willow Parade, 276 High Street, Langley, Slough, SL3 8HD.
How many patients are registered at The Orchard Surgery?
Around 10,611 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Locc PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Thames Valley 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.