Patients that have a preferred GP* and frequency of seeing that GP, 2012–25

Source: Institute for Government analysis of NHS, 'GP Patient Survey', 2012−25.Notes: Figures relate to England. For frequency with which patients see their preferred GP or healthcare professional, the line shows the proportion that answered 'Always or almost always' or 'A lot of the time'. The first methodology change in 2018 meant that 16- and 17-year-olds were surveyed for the first time. *After the methodology change in 2024, the question asks if the respondent has a preferred GP or healthcare professional.Get the data Download image
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