GP surgery in Hertsmere

The Red House Group

The Red House Surgery, 124 Watling Street, Radlett, WD7 7JQ

Taking on new patientsInspection: Good18,831 patients

Scores 54 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 81% of patients say their experience is good and 79% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. It is taking on new patients.

Average Scores higher than 54% of GP surgeries in England. 2nd of 2 in Hertsmere Based on 111 patient survey replies, the inspection rating and NHS records.

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 66

  • Easy to get through on the phone81
  • Easy to contact online79
  • Good experience of getting in touch72
  • Did not wait too long for the appointment33

Quality of care 34

  • Patients rate the surgery as good56
  • Patients got what they needed18
  • Doctors and nurses listen21
  • Patients trust the staff8
  • Inspection rating (Good)50
  • Health checks and screening done75
  • Meets NHS clinical targets18
  • Children vaccinated on time41

What patients say

111 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.

79%

find the phone easy

well above the England average (57%)

81%

say their experience is good

above the England average (77%)

-12

change since last year

2025: 93% · 2026: 81%

Getting in touch

Contacted the surgery by phone66%
Had their call answered straight away28%
Gave up or got no answer3%
Knew what would happen next straight away66%

The appointment

Were seen the same day19%
Waited more than a week45%
Were seen face to face72%
Saw a GP (rather than a nurse or other staff)73%
All survey questions, compared with England
What patients saidThis surgeryEnglandLast year
Getting in touch
Easy to get through by phone 79% 57% 84%
Easy to contact via website 71% 58% 66%
Easy to contact via NHS App 66% 54% 91%
Reception staff helpful 87% 85% 93%
Seeing the same person
Has a preferred clinician 40% 31% 51%
Sees preferred clinician 73% 42% 69%
What happened when they got in touch
Knew what would happen next 91% 84% 92%
Next steps within 2 days 84% 93% 94%
Good experience of contacting 83% 73% 92%
The appointment
Offered a choice of time or day 60% 57% 68%
Waiting time was about right 66% 69% 77%
Remote appointment 28% 26% 13%
The doctor or nurse
Good at listening 82% 87% 93%
Treated with care and concern 80% 86% 93%
Considered mental wellbeing 69% 75% 77%
Had all the information needed 96% 92% 91%
Confidence and trust 85% 93% 93%
Involved in decisions 88% 92% 97%
Needs were met 85% 90% 90%
Overall
Overall experience good 81% 77% 93%
Living with a long-term condition
Confident managing conditions 82% 79% 85%
Supported by local services 66% 70% 69%
Discussed managing condition 29% 43% 31%
Agreed a care plan 32% 46% 36%

Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 111 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.

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Opening times and contact

Monday8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm
Tuesday8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm
Wednesday8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm
Thursday8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm
Friday8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Confirmed by the surgery on 18 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.

Address
The Red House Surgery, 124 Watling Street, Radlett, WD7 7JQ
Phone
01923 855606
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.theredhousegroup.com
Online
Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
Works with
Herts Five PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
NHS code
E82085 · NHS profile

Branch surgeries

Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.

Gateways GP Surgery
Doctors Surgery, 17 Andrew Close, Shenley, Radlett, WD7 9LP
Park Street Surgery
10 Withey Place, Park Street, AL2 2SN

Access and facilities

  • Disabled parking
  • Disabled toilet
  • Induction loop
  • Step-free access
  • Wheelchair access
  • Baby changing facility
  • Children’s play area
  • Baby changing facility
  • Cycle parking
  • Disabled parking

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Inspection rating

By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator

Good

overall, from the inspection published 7 August 2017

This rating is 9 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.

Read the inspection report

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

18,831registered patients
Better off than mosthow well off the local area is
85.1years life expectancy locally (England 83.0)

Common health conditions

ConditionHereEngland
Hypertension14.1%15.2%
Diabetes6.5%7.9%
Asthma5.6%6.6%
COPD1.0%1.9%
Coronary heart disease3.3%3.0%
Depression13.3%14.3%
Obesity9.3%13.9%
Smoking9.3%13.5%

Health checks done

CheckHereEngland
Cervical screening, women 25-4977%67%
Cervical screening, women 50-6481%75%
Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80)75%68%
Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+)88%87%
Diabetes: blood pressure on target73%75%
Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target58%57%
Diabetes: annual foot check69%78%
Asthma: annual review70%66%

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Verulam Medical Group is 3.0 miles away, scores 81 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.

Common questions

Is The Red House Group taking on new patients?

Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Red House Group was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01923 855606.

How do patients rate The Red House Group?

In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at The Red House Group said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 79% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 54 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.

What is the inspection rating for The Red House Group?

The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Red House Group as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 August 2017).

What are the opening times of The Red House Group?

Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 1:30pm 2pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.

How do I contact The Red House Group?

Call 01923 855606 or visit its website, www.theredhousegroup.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Red House Surgery, 124 Watling Street, Radlett, WD7 7JQ.

Does The Red House Group have a branch surgery?

Yes. The Red House Group also runs Gateways GP Surgery (Doctors Surgery, 17 Andrew Close, Shenley, Radlett, WD7 9LP) and Park Street Surgery (10 Withey Place, Park Street, AL2 2SN). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.

How many patients are registered at The Red House Group?

Around 18,831 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Herts Five PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Central East 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.