GP surgery in Forest Gate
Woodgrange Medical Practice
40 Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, London, E7 0QH
Scores 49 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 77% of patients say their experience is good and 61% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding 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 30
- Easy to get through on the phone49
- Easy to contact online67
- Good experience of getting in touch38
- Did not wait too long for the appointment6
Quality of care 73
- Patients rate the surgery as good41
- Patients got what they needed70
- Doctors and nurses listen66
- Patients trust the staff60
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done73
- Meets NHS clinical targets69
- Children vaccinated on time56
What patients say
95 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
61%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 75% · 2026: 77%
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 | 61% | 57% | 50% |
| Easy to contact via website | 65% | 58% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 50% | 54% | 55% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 76% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 27% | 31% | 26% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 27% | 42% | 32% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 83% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 67% | 93% | 68% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 69% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 66% | 57% | 49% |
| Waiting time was about right | 50% | 69% | 49% |
| Remote appointment | 35% | 26% | 41% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 83% |
| Treated with care and concern | 84% | 86% | 78% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 88% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 75% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 61% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 44% |
| Discussed managing condition | 55% | 43% | 45% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 56% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 95 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.
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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 15 April 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 40 Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, London, E7 0QH
- Phone
- 020 8221 3100
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.wmp-gp.co.uk.
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Newham PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F84724 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Covid Local Vaccination Service
- 40 Woodgrange Road, London, E7 0QH
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Children’s play area
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free public WiFi
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Lift
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Train station nearby
- Tube station nearby
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 3 February 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? | Outstanding |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 8.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 62% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 77% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 90% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 91% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 67% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodgrange Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 49 | 61% | 77% | Yes |
| First 4 Health Group - E7 HealthLondon, E7 0EP | 0.1 mile | 33 | 62% | 74% | Yes |
| The Forest PracticeLondon, E7 0EP | 0.1 mile | 54 | 64% | 82% | Yes |
| Westbury Road Medical PracticeLondon, E7 8BU | 0.3 miles | 54 | 63% | 79% | Yes |
| Claremont ClinicLondon, E7 8AB | 0.4 miles | 41 | 69% | 80% | Yes |
| Upton Lane Medical CentreLondon, E7 9PB | 0.4 miles | 18 | 60% | 70% | Yes |
| Birchdale Road Medical CentreLondon, E7 8AR | 0.6 miles | 60 | 85% | 79% | Yes |
| Dr CM Patel's SurgeryLondon, E7 8LZ | 0.7 miles | 94 | 88% | 90% | Yes |
| East End Medical CentreLondon, E13 0QA | 0.8 miles | 60 | 65% | 85% | Yes |
| Newham Vicarage PracticeLondon, E15 4ES | 0.8 miles | 72 | 61% | 85% | Yes |
Birchdale Road Medical Centre is 0.6 miles away, scores 60 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Woodgrange Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Woodgrange Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8221 3100.
How do patients rate Woodgrange Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Woodgrange Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 61% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 49 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Woodgrange Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Woodgrange Medical Practice as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 3 February 2017).
What are the opening times of Woodgrange Medical Practice?
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 15 April 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Woodgrange Medical Practice?
Call 020 8221 3100 or visit its website, www.wmp-gp.co.uk.. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 40 Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, London, E7 0QH.
Does Woodgrange Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Woodgrange Medical Practice also runs Covid Local Vaccination Service (40 Woodgrange Road, London, E7 0QH). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Woodgrange Medical Practice?
Around 18,001 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Newham 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.