GP surgery in Brondesbury
Walm Lane Surgery
114 Walm Lane, London, NW2 4RT
Scores 62 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 88% of patients say their experience is good and 80% 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 65
- Easy to get through on the phone82
- Easy to contact online8
- Good experience of getting in touch67
- Did not wait too long for the appointment54
Quality of care 56
- Patients rate the surgery as good80
- Patients got what they needed39
- Doctors and nurses listen38
- Patients trust the staff32
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done57
- Meets NHS clinical targets39
- Children vaccinated on time32
What patients say
130 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
80%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
88%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 89% · 2026: 88%
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 | 80% | 57% | 83% |
| Easy to contact via website | 35% | 58% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 47% | 54% | 34% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 39% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 39% | 42% | 48% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 82% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 79% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 69% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 73% | 69% | 77% |
| Remote appointment | 23% | 26% | 28% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 70% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 88% | 77% | 89% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 81% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 71% |
| Discussed managing condition | 31% | 43% | 47% |
| Agreed a care plan | 37% | 46% | 63% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 130 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 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 3pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 114 Walm Lane, London, NW2 4RT
- Phone
- 020 8452 0366
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Harness South PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- E84086 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 6 December 2017
This rating is 8 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 | 10.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 50% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 76% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 80% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 90% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walm Lane Surgerythis surgery | – | 62 | 80% | 88% | Yes |
| Willesden Green SurgeryLondon, NW2 3UY | 0.3 miles | 92 | 95% | 90% | Yes |
| Chichele Road SurgeryLondon, NW2 3AN | 0.3 miles | 21 | 71% | 69% | Yes |
| Cricklewood General PracticeLondon, NW2 6DJ | 0.4 miles | 62 | 80% | 84% | Yes |
| Mapesbury Medical GroupLondon, NW2 3PS | 0.4 miles | 76 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
| Staverton SurgeryLondon, NW2 5HA | 0.5 miles | 67 | 80% | 84% | Yes |
| The Willesden Medical CentreLondon, NW10 2PT | 0.6 miles | 71 | 64% | 81% | Yes |
| Burnley PracticeLondon, NW10 3RY | 0.9 miles | 29 | 52% | 69% | Yes |
| Roundwood Park Medical CentreLondon, NW10 3RY | 0.9 miles | 50 | 77% | 84% | Yes |
| Greenfield Medical CentreLondon, NW2 1HS | 0.9 miles | 31 | 63% | 74% | Yes |
Willesden Green Surgery is 0.3 miles away, scores 92 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Walm Lane Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Walm Lane Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8452 0366.
How do patients rate Walm Lane Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 88% of patients at Walm Lane Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 80% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 62 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Walm Lane Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Walm Lane Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 6 December 2017).
What are the opening times of Walm Lane Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 3pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Walm Lane Surgery?
Call 020 8452 0366. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 114 Walm Lane, London, NW2 4RT.
How many patients are registered at Walm Lane Surgery?
Around 6,964 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Harness South PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West and North 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.