Best and Worst NHS GPs in North Bedfordshire
This article forms part of our ‘Best In Area’ series, where we look at the best-rated GPs for each constituency area in England.
The best GP in North Bedfordshire is Harrold Medical Practice, followed by Sharnbrook Surgery and Greensands (Potton). This is based on our composite score which combines Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings and patient satisfaction survey results.
In total, there are 8 GP practices in North Bedfordshire, with a combined 82,958 registered patients. Of these, 13,284 patients have a better-rated GP within just two miles of their current practice (16%).
Extending this to five miles, 63,605 patients have a better-rated GP available (77%).
Out of the 8 practices with an overall care quality rating, the CQC rates all 8 as 'good'.
Nationally, 5% of GPs are rated outstanding, while 86% are rated good, 5% as requires improvement and 1% as inadequate.
In terms of patient satisfaction, 68% of patients in North Bedfordshire say they have a good or better overall experience at their GP practice, varying from 42% at Ivel Medical Centre to 92% at Harrold Medical Practice. This compares to a national average of 74%.
Use our search service to find and compare NHS GPs near you and view practice-level details.
Full breakdown of GPs in North Bedfordshire:
| Rank | Name | Address | CQC Overall Rating | Patients with good overall experience of the GP practice | Patients with good experience contacting the GP practice | Patients per FTE GP | HealthSay Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrold Medical Practice | Harrold Medical Practice, Peach'S Close, Harrold, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 7DX | Good | 93% | 88% | 3,325 | 92/100 |
| 2 | Sharnbrook Surgery | The Surgery, Templars Way, Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, MK44 1PZ | Good | 92% | 86% | 1,485 | 90/100 |
| 3 | Greensands (Potton) | Greensands Medical Pract., Brook End Surgery, Potton, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2QS | Good | 81% | 66% | 1,547 | 76/100 |
| 4 | Sandy Health Centre | Sandy Health Centre, Northcroft, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1JQ | Good | 76% | 70% | 2,331 | 74/100 |
| 5 | Priory Medical Centre | Priory Medical Practice, 48 The Glebe, Clapham, Bedfordshire, MK41 6GA | Good | 74% | 64% | 1,876 | 71/100 |
| 6 | Great Barford Surgery | 26 Silver Street, Great Barford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3HX | Good | 70% | 55% | 2,164 | 65/100 |
| 7 | Saffron Health Partnership | Biggleswade Health Centre, Saffron Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8DJ | Good | 53% | 48% | 2,102 | 51/100 |
| 8 | Ivel Medical Centre | The Ivel Medical Centre, Chestnut Avenue, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0RA | Good | 45% | 34% | No data | 42/100 |
Data as of 11 July 2024.
Guides
Guide to complaints in the NHS
Guide to the NHS treatment pathway
Switching GPs: A guide to finding the right one
How to use private health insurance
What are your rights in the NHS?
How it works
In 4 simple steps
FAQs
England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland run their own health services independently, and as a result have different policies and guidance in many instances. While we aim to expand our services to all four nations, currently our guides only apply to patients in England.
See all frequently asked questions