GP surgery in Aylesbury
Whitehill Surgery
Whitehill Lane, Aylesbury, HP19 8EN
Scores 17 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 71% of patients say their experience is good and 31% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 12
- Easy to get through on the phone6
- Easy to contact online8
- Good experience of getting in touch12
- Did not wait too long for the appointment38
Quality of care 30
- Patients rate the surgery as good24
- Patients got what they needed39
- Doctors and nurses listen55
- Patients trust the staff48
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done35
- Meets NHS clinical targets34
- Children vaccinated on time40
What patients say
88 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
31%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
71%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+26
change since last year
2025: 46% · 2026: 71%
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 | 31% | 57% | 17% |
| Easy to contact via website | 35% | 58% | 23% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 20% | 54% | 36% |
| Reception staff helpful | 80% | 85% | 62% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 26% | 31% | 37% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 22% | 42% | 44% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 74% | 84% | 54% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 89% |
| Good experience of contacting | 59% | 73% | 36% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 35% | 57% | 26% |
| Waiting time was about right | 67% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 37% | 26% | 59% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 71% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 74% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 59% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 86% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 82% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 71% | 77% | 45% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 66% |
| Supported by local services | 51% | 70% | 44% |
| Discussed managing condition | 24% | 43% | 30% |
| Agreed a care plan | 40% | 46% | 37% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 88 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 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Whitehill Lane, Aylesbury, HP19 8EN
- Phone
- 01296 424488
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Aylesbury Central PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- K82040 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Dr Kennedy & Partners
- Fairford Leys Surgery, 3 Ashley Court, 65 Kingsgate, Aylesbury, HP19 8GG
Access and facilities
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 20 December 2018
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 | 12.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 61% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 80% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehill Surgerythis surgery | – | 17 | 31% | 71% | Yes |
| Poplar Grove PracticeAylesbury, HP20 1XB | 1.1 miles | 1 | 12% | 45% | Yes |
| The Mandeville PracticeAylesbury, HP21 8TR | 1.2 miles | 2 | 28% | 55% | Yes |
| Oakfield SurgeryAylesbury, HP20 1LJ | 1.2 miles | 83 | 76% | 87% | Yes |
| Berrycroft Community Health CentreAylesbury, HP18 1BB | 1.8 miles | 5 | 25% | 56% | Yes |
| Waddesdon SurgeryAylesbury, HP18 0LY | 4.6 miles | 90 | 83% | 91% | Yes |
| Westongrove PartnershipAylesbury, HP22 6LD | 4.9 miles | 13 | 30% | 67% | Yes |
| Haddenham Medical CentreAylesbury, HP17 8JX | 5.3 miles | 28 | 42% | 73% | Yes |
| The Cross Keys PracticePrinces Risborough, HP27 0AX | 6.6 miles | 55 | 51% | 79% | Yes |
| Unity HealthPrinces Risborough, HP27 9AX | 6.7 miles | 60 | 59% | 73% | Yes |
Oakfield Surgery is 1.2 miles away, scores 83 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Whitehill Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Whitehill Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01296 424488.
How do patients rate Whitehill Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 71% of patients at Whitehill Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 31% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 17 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Whitehill Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Whitehill Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 December 2018).
What are the opening times of Whitehill Surgery?
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 closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Whitehill Surgery?
Call 01296 424488. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Whitehill Lane, Aylesbury, HP19 8EN.
Does Whitehill Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Whitehill Surgery also runs Dr Kennedy & Partners (Fairford Leys Surgery, 3 Ashley Court, 65 Kingsgate, Aylesbury, HP19 8GG). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Whitehill Surgery?
Around 13,998 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Aylesbury Central PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Thames Valley 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.