GP surgery in Croydon
Upper Norwood Group Practice
130 Church Road, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 2NT
Scores 95 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 94% of patients say their experience is good and 85% 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.
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 91
- Easy to get through on the phone88
- Easy to contact online21
- Good experience of getting in touch96
- Did not wait too long for the appointment91
Quality of care 96
- Patients rate the surgery as good94
- Patients got what they needed88
- Doctors and nurses listen94
- Patients trust the staff90
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done63
- Meets NHS clinical targets86
- Children vaccinated on time92
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
84%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
94%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 86% · 2026: 94%
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 | 84% | 57% | 77% |
| Easy to contact via website | 45% | 58% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 46% | 54% | 51% |
| Reception staff helpful | 89% | 85% | 89% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 43% | 31% | 53% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 65% | 42% | 67% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 94% | 73% | 84% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 77% | 57% | 78% |
| Waiting time was about right | 88% | 69% | 95% |
| Remote appointment | 38% | 26% | 43% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 97% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 97% | 86% | 86% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 88% | 75% | 83% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 84% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 94% | 77% | 86% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 87% | 79% | 85% |
| Supported by local services | 78% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 56% | 43% | 52% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 27% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 110 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 | 8:30am to 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 8pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 12:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 13 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 130 Church Road, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 2NT
- Phone
- 020 8771 6050
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.uppernorwoodgrouppractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- One Thornton Heath PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H83005 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- 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 30 March 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 10.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.2% | 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) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 78% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 84% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Norwood Group Practicethis surgery | – | 95 | 85% | 94% | Yes |
| Auckland SurgeryLondon, SE19 2DF | 0.3 miles | 43 | 63% | 82% | Yes |
| South Norwood Hill Medical CentreLondon, SE25 6BY | 0.7 miles | 68 | 71% | 89% | Yes |
| Mersham Medical CentreThornton Heath, CR7 8JN | 0.8 miles | 71 | 78% | 86% | Yes |
| North Wood Group PracticeLondon, SE19 3NY | 0.9 miles | 38 | 50% | 81% | Yes |
| The Park PracticeLondon, SE20 8QA | 0.9 miles | 47 | 48% | 84% | Yes |
| Oakfield SurgeryLondon, SE20 8QA | 0.9 miles | 61 | 72% | 82% | Yes |
| Parchmore Medical CentreThornton Heath, CR7 8LY | 1.0 miles | 36 | 65% | 82% | Yes |
| Anerley SurgeryLondon, SE20 8TJ | 1.0 miles | 59 | 71% | 85% | Yes |
| Paxton Green Group PracticeLondon, SE21 8AU | 1.2 miles | 86 | 78% | 88% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Upper Norwood Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Upper Norwood Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8771 6050.
How do patients rate Upper Norwood Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 94% of patients at Upper Norwood Group Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 85% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 95 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Upper Norwood Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Upper Norwood Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 March 2017).
What are the opening times of Upper Norwood Group Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 8pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 8pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 12:30pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 13 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Upper Norwood Group Practice?
Call 020 8771 6050 or visit its website, www.uppernorwoodgrouppractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 130 Church Road, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 2NT.
How many patients are registered at Upper Norwood Group Practice?
Around 15,024 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of One Thornton Heath PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South West 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.