GP surgery in Bournemouth
Beaufort Road Surgery
21 Beaufort Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 5AJ
Scores 68 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 81% of patients say their experience is good and 71% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 70
- Easy to get through on the phone67
- Easy to contact online62
- Good experience of getting in touch90
- Did not wait too long for the appointment45
Quality of care 61
- Patients rate the surgery as good57
- Patients got what they needed59
- Doctors and nurses listen57
- Patients trust the staff68
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done29
- Meets NHS clinical targets72
- Children vaccinated on time82
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
71%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-8
change since last year
2025: 89% · 2026: 81%
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 | 71% | 57% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via website | 63% | 58% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 55% | 54% | 73% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 45% | 31% | 49% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 61% | 42% | 67% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 96% | 84% | 94% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 90% | 73% | 83% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 70% | 57% | 63% |
| Waiting time was about right | 70% | 69% | 56% |
| Remote appointment | 17% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 98% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 84% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 98% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 89% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 75% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 55% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 39% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 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 | 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 4 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 21 Beaufort Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 5AJ
- Phone
- 01202 433081
- [email protected]
- Website
- beaufortroadsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Bournemouth East Collaborative PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J81018 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Signing service
- 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
Good
overall, from the inspection published 26 July 2016
This rating is 10 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 | 15.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 85% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 60% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 63% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 61% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort Road Surgerythis surgery | – | 68 | 71% | 81% | Yes |
| Southbourne PracticeBournemouth, BH6 5BF | under 0.1 miles | 69 | 56% | 94% | Yes |
| The Marine & Oakridge PartnershipBournemouth, BH6 3DB | 0.5 miles | 63 | 74% | 85% | Yes |
| Shelley Manor Holdenhurst Medical CentreBournemouth, BH5 1LX | 0.9 miles | 23 | 48% | 71% | Yes |
| Littledown SurgeryBournemouth, BH7 7BU | 1.2 miles | 72 | 66% | 91% | Yes |
| Crescent Providence SurgeryBournemouth, BH1 4HA | 1.3 miles | 44 | 61% | 77% | Yes |
| Stour SurgeryChristchurch, BH23 1PA | 1.5 miles | 97 | 93% | 93% | Yes |
| Grove SurgeryChristchurch, BH23 2FQ | 1.5 miles | 66 | 71% | 81% | Yes |
| Woodlea House SurgeryBournemouth, BH8 9NX | 1.9 miles | 37 | 61% | 82% | Yes |
| The Panton PracticeBournemouth, BH1 3EG | 2.1 miles | 12 | 49% | 68% | Yes |
Stour Surgery is 1.5 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Beaufort Road Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Beaufort Road Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01202 433081.
How do patients rate Beaufort Road Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at Beaufort Road Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 71% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 68 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Beaufort Road Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Beaufort Road Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 26 July 2016).
What are the opening times of Beaufort Road Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 7:25am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 4 December 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Beaufort Road Surgery?
Call 01202 433081 or visit its website, beaufortroadsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 21 Beaufort Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 5AJ.
How many patients are registered at Beaufort Road Surgery?
Around 11,911 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Bournemouth East Collaborative PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Dorset 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.