GP surgery in Swindon
Abbey Meads Medical Practice
Abbeymeads Village Centre, Elstree Way, Swindon, SN25 4YZ
Scores 34 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 52% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 24
- Easy to get through on the phone32
- Easy to contact online0
- Good experience of getting in touch20
- Did not wait too long for the appointment46
Quality of care 50
- Patients rate the surgery as good37
- Patients got what they needed56
- Doctors and nurses listen35
- Patients trust the staff58
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done64
- Meets NHS clinical targets76
- Children vaccinated on time62
What patients say
102 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
52%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 67% · 2026: 75%
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 | 52% | 57% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via website | 15% | 58% | 18% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 43% | 54% | 35% |
| Reception staff helpful | 96% | 85% | 83% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 23% | 31% | 13% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 69% | 42% | 58% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 81% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 64% | 73% | 73% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 44% | 57% | 42% |
| Waiting time was about right | 70% | 69% | 67% |
| Remote appointment | 16% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 83% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 77% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 60% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 89% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 89% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 67% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 60% |
| Discussed managing condition | 26% | 43% | 53% |
| Agreed a care plan | 39% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 102 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 15 February 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Abbeymeads Village Centre, Elstree Way, Swindon, SN25 4YZ
- Phone
- 01793 706030
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.abbeymeadsdoctors.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Brunel Health Group Pcn5 (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J83035 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Penhill Surgery
- 257 Penhill Drive, Swindon, SN2 5HN · 01793 723130
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 13.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Meads Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 34 | 52% | 75% | Yes |
| North Swindon PracticeSwindon, SN25 1QQ | 0.7 miles | 20 | 51% | 69% | Yes |
| Hawthorn Medical CentreSwindon, SN2 1UU | 1.6 miles | 3 | 30% | 56% | Yes |
| Merchiston SurgerySwindon, SN3 4BF | 2.0 miles | 7 | 21% | 64% | Yes |
| Whalebridge PracticeSwindon, SN1 2DQ | 2.5 miles | 15 | 45% | 72% | Yes |
| Park Lane PracticeSwindon, SN1 5HG | 2.7 miles | 16 | 63% | 73% | Yes |
| Ridge Green Medical PracticeSwindon, SN5 5PX | 2.8 miles | 54 | 61% | 74% | Yes |
| Victoria Cross SurgerySwindon, SN1 3BU | 3.0 miles | 69 | 82% | 86% | Yes |
| Ashington House SurgerySwindon, SN5 7XY | 3.1 miles | 14 | 27% | 69% | Yes |
| Old Town SurgerySwindon, SN1 4GB | 3.3 miles | 70 | 64% | 90% | Yes |
Ridge Green Medical Practice is 2.8 miles away, scores 54 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Abbey Meads Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Abbey Meads Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01793 706030.
How do patients rate Abbey Meads Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at Abbey Meads Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 52% 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 are the opening times of Abbey Meads Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 15 February 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Abbey Meads Medical Practice?
Call 01793 706030 or visit its website, www.abbeymeadsdoctors.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Abbeymeads Village Centre, Elstree Way, Swindon, SN25 4YZ.
Does Abbey Meads Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Abbey Meads Medical Practice also runs Penhill Surgery (257 Penhill Drive, Swindon, SN2 5HN). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Abbey Meads Medical Practice?
Around 14,620 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Brunel Health Group Pcn5, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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.