GP surgery in Ryde
Argyll House
78 West Street, Ryde, PO33 2QG
Scores 70 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 73% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 78
- Easy to get through on the phone71
- Easy to contact online61
- Good experience of getting in touch79
- Did not wait too long for the appointment73
Quality of care 56
- Patients rate the surgery as good59
- Patients got what they needed26
- Doctors and nurses listen38
- Patients trust the staff38
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done96
- Meets NHS clinical targets76
- Children vaccinated on time62
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
73%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+5
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 82%
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 | 73% | 57% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via website | 62% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 43% | 54% | 43% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 41% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 41% | 42% | 12% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 77% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 73% | 57% | 60% |
| Waiting time was about right | 79% | 69% | 66% |
| Remote appointment | 22% | 26% | 15% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 81% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 70% | 70% | 51% |
| Discussed managing condition | 29% | 43% | 26% |
| Agreed a care plan | 58% | 46% | 14% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 110 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 | 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 26 March 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 78 West Street, Ryde, PO33 2QG
- Phone
- 01983 562955
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North & East (Iw) PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J84008 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 17 July 2018
This rating is 8 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 | 24.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 70% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 88% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 92% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 70% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 73% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 83% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argyll Housethis surgery | – | 70 | 73% | 82% | Yes |
| Esplanade SurgeryRyde, PO33 2EH | 0.5 miles | 30 | 61% | 72% | Yes |
| Tower House SurgeryRyde, PO33 1LP | 0.6 miles | 56 | 64% | 83% | Yes |
| Solent NHS Trust T/A Medina HealthcareRyde, PO33 4NW | 2.9 miles | 48 | 59% | 78% | Yes |
| St. Helens Medical CentreRyde, PO33 1UG | 3.2 miles | 55 | 78% | 80% | Yes |
| Blossom Health - GosportGosport, PO12 3PW | 4.6 miles | 6 | 40% | 60% | Yes |
| Trafalgar Medical Group PracticeSouthsea, PO5 3ND | 5.2 miles | 17 | 41% | 73% | Yes |
| The Willow GroupGosport, PO12 3JP | 5.2 miles | 8 | 21% | 66% | Yes |
| The Bay Medical PracticeSandown, PO36 9GA | 5.3 miles | 30 | 48% | 77% | Yes |
| Solent View Medical PracticeLee-on-the-Solent, PO13 9JG | 5.5 miles | 23 | 42% | 68% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Argyll House taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Argyll House was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01983 562955.
How do patients rate Argyll House?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Argyll House said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 73% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 70 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Argyll House?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Argyll House as Good at its last published inspection (report published 17 July 2018).
What are the opening times of Argyll House?
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 26 March 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Argyll House?
Call 01983 562955. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 78 West Street, Ryde, PO33 2QG.
How many patients are registered at Argyll House?
Around 5,395 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North & East (Iw) PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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.