GP surgery in Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd
6 Linford Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 3LA
Scores 22 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 50% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2024. 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 24
- Easy to get through on the phone29
- Easy to contact online24
- Good experience of getting in touch34
- Did not wait too long for the appointment24
Quality of care 25
- Patients rate the surgery as good44
- Patients got what they needed13
- Doctors and nurses listen36
- Patients trust the staff6
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done60
- Meets NHS clinical targets4
- Children vaccinated on time21
What patients say
90 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
50%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+11
change since last year
2025: 67% · 2026: 78%
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 | 50% | 57% | 37% |
| Easy to contact via website | 46% | 58% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 55% | 54% | 46% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 83% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 41% | 31% | 30% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 16% | 42% | 41% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 77% | 84% | 77% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 86% | 93% | 83% |
| Good experience of contacting | 70% | 73% | 62% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 36% |
| Waiting time was about right | 62% | 69% | 57% |
| Remote appointment | 38% | 26% | 21% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 85% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 83% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 84% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 82% | 92% | 88% |
| Needs were met | 84% | 90% | 86% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 67% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 57% | 79% | 66% |
| Supported by local services | 54% | 70% | 59% |
| Discussed managing condition | 29% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 68% | 46% | 49% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 90 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am to 1:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 29 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 6 Linford Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 3LA
- Phone
- 020 3376 7043
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.wfcafhs.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Waltham Forest Walthamstow Central PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F86644 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- 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
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 | 12.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 6.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 62% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 65% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 80% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 82% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltdthis surgery | – | 22 | 50% | 78% | Yes |
| Dr Dhital PracticeLondon, E17 3LA | under 0.1 miles | 44 | 64% | 77% | Yes |
| The Bailey PracticeLondon, E17 9LY | 0.4 miles | 68 | 88% | 83% | Yes |
| Addison Road Medical PracticeLondon, E17 9LY | 0.4 miles | 37 | 55% | 71% | Yes |
| The Forest SurgeryLondon, E17 4BA | 0.5 miles | 40 | 50% | 74% | Yes |
| The Ecclesbourne PracticeLondon, E17 9DP | 0.5 miles | 5 | 27% | 56% | Yes |
| Grove SurgeryLondon, E17 9BU | 0.7 miles | 10 | 56% | 56% | Yes |
| Queens Road Medical CentreLondon, E17 8PX | 0.9 miles | 74 | 83% | 78% | Yes |
| Dr Shantir PracticeLondon, E17 5JL | 1.0 miles | 11 | 58% | 63% | Yes |
| The Lyndhurst SurgeryLondon, E10 6JB | 1.1 miles | 60 | 70% | 82% | Yes |
Dr Dhital Practice is under 0.1 miles away, scores 44 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 3376 7043.
How do patients rate Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 50% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 22 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 March 2024).
What are the opening times of Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday 8:30am to 1:30pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 29 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd?
Call 020 3376 7043 or visit its website, www.wfcafhs.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 6 Linford Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 3LA.
How many patients are registered at Waltham Forest Comm & Fam Hth Serv Ltd?
Around 8,775 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Waltham Forest Walthamstow Central PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East 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.