GP surgery in Banbury
Windrush Surgery
21 West Bar Street, Banbury, OX16 9SA
Scores 34 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 66% of patients say their experience is good and 56% 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 44
- Easy to get through on the phone40
- Easy to contact online55
- Good experience of getting in touch41
- Did not wait too long for the appointment52
Quality of care 23
- Patients rate the surgery as good13
- Patients got what they needed64
- Doctors and nurses listen15
- Patients trust the staff54
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done19
- Meets NHS clinical targets18
- Children vaccinated on time60
What patients say
108 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
56%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
66%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 57% · 2026: 66%
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 | 56% | 57% | 29% |
| Easy to contact via website | 60% | 58% | 35% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 44% | 54% | 33% |
| Reception staff helpful | 67% | 85% | 71% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 23% | 31% | 18% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 42% | 42% | 45% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 75% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 46% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 45% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 74% |
| Remote appointment | 33% | 26% | 36% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 80% | 87% | 84% |
| Treated with care and concern | 79% | 86% | 83% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 74% | 75% | 64% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 89% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 66% | 77% | 57% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 75% | 79% | 79% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 30% | 43% | 32% |
| Agreed a care plan | 40% | 46% | 31% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 108 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 | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 29 May 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 21 West Bar Street, Banbury, OX16 9SA
- Phone
- 01295 251491
- Website
- www.windrushsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Banbury Alliance PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- K84024 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 7 June 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 | 13.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 60% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 60% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 85% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 65% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 44% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 74% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windrush Surgerythis surgery | – | 34 | 56% | 66% | Yes |
| Banbury Cross Health CentreBanbury, OX16 9AD | 0.2 miles | 12 | 50% | 68% | Yes |
| Hightown SurgeryBanbury, OX16 9DB | 0.6 miles | 49 | 57% | 82% | Yes |
| Woodlands SurgeryBanbury, OX16 3WT | 1.1 miles | 44 | 77% | 80% | Yes |
| Bloxham SurgeryBanbury, OX15 4ES | 3.1 miles | 93 | 83% | 89% | Yes |
| Cropredy SurgeryBanbury, OX17 1FB | 4.1 miles | 98 | 95% | 98% | Yes |
| Deddington Health CentreBanbury, OX15 0TQ | 5.3 miles | 55 | 46% | 86% | Yes |
| Sibford SurgeryBanbury, OX15 5RQ | 6.0 miles | 99 | 99% | 96% | Yes |
| Fenny Compton SurgerySoutham, CV47 2YG | 7.8 miles | 87 | 84% | 89% | Yes |
| Springfield SurgeryBrackley, NN13 6JJ | 8.2 miles | 85 | 67% | 88% | Yes |
Hightown Surgery is 0.6 miles away, scores 49 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Windrush Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Windrush Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01295 251491.
How do patients rate Windrush Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 66% of patients at Windrush Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 56% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 34 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Windrush Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Windrush Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 June 2017).
What are the opening times of Windrush Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 29 May 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Windrush Surgery?
Call 01295 251491 or visit its website, www.windrushsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 21 West Bar Street, Banbury, OX16 9SA.
How many patients are registered at Windrush Surgery?
Around 8,982 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Banbury Alliance 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.