GP surgery in Wandsworth
Wandsworth Medical Centre
90-92 Garratt Lane, Wandsworth, London, SW18 4DD
Scores 36 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 74% of patients say their experience is good and 59% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. 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 50
- Easy to get through on the phone44
- Easy to contact online89
- Good experience of getting in touch62
- Did not wait too long for the appointment31
Quality of care 20
- Patients rate the surgery as good32
- Patients got what they needed14
- Doctors and nurses listen26
- Patients trust the staff24
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done43
- Meets NHS clinical targets40
- Children vaccinated on time28
What patients say
100 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
59%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-11
change since last year
2025: 85% · 2026: 74%
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 | 59% | 57% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via website | 77% | 58% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 64% | 54% | 56% |
| Reception staff helpful | 89% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 25% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 21% | 42% | 31% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 89% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 81% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 65% | 57% | 66% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 73% |
| Remote appointment | 27% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 71% | 75% | 76% |
| Had all the information needed | 81% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 85% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 63% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 65% |
| Discussed managing condition | 64% | 43% | 55% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 60% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 100 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 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 23 February 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 90-92 Garratt Lane, Wandsworth, London, SW18 4DD
- Phone
- 020 3006 2741
- Website
- www.wandsworthmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Wandle PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H85001 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Baby changing facility
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 2 May 2019
This rating is 7 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 | 6.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 2.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 7.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 59% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 73% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 76% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wandsworth Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 36 | 59% | 74% | Yes |
| Triangle SurgeryLondon, SW18 4HX | 0.3 miles | 18 | 54% | 71% | Yes |
| Brocklebank Health CentreLondon, SW18 4DU | 0.4 miles | 38 | 42% | 82% | Yes |
| St Johns Hill SurgeryLondon, SW11 1SW | 0.7 miles | 54 | 76% | 84% | Yes |
| Haider PracticeLondon, SW11 1SW | 0.7 miles | 68 | 76% | 83% | Yes |
| Southfields Group PracticeLondon, SW18 5AE | 0.9 miles | 67 | 52% | 87% | Yes |
| RhndLondon, SW15 3SW | 0.9 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Chatfield Health CareLondon, SW11 3UJ | 0.9 miles | 47 | 66% | 81% | Yes |
| Elborough Street SurgeryLondon, SW18 5DS | 1.0 miles | 86 | 72% | 85% | Yes |
| Bolingbroke Medical CentreLondon, SW11 6BF | 1.1 miles | 88 | 85% | 91% | Yes |
St Johns Hill Surgery is 0.7 miles away, scores 54 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Wandsworth Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Wandsworth Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 3006 2741.
How do patients rate Wandsworth Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 74% of patients at Wandsworth Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 59% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 36 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Wandsworth Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Wandsworth Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 2 May 2019).
What are the opening times of Wandsworth Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday 8am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 23 February 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Wandsworth Medical Centre?
Call 020 3006 2741 or visit its website, www.wandsworthmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 90-92 Garratt Lane, Wandsworth, London, SW18 4DD.
How many patients are registered at Wandsworth Medical Centre?
Around 19,457 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Wandle 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.