GP surgery in Cornwall
Carnon Downs Surgery
Bissoe Road, Carnon Downs, Truro, TR3 6JD
Scores 80 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 87% of patients say their experience is good and 83% 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 68
- Easy to get through on the phone87
- Easy to contact online70
- Good experience of getting in touch78
- Did not wait too long for the appointment30
Quality of care 89
- Patients rate the surgery as good78
- Patients got what they needed84
- Doctors and nurses listen65
- Patients trust the staff71
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done97
- Meets NHS clinical targets87
- Children vaccinated on time96
What patients say
123 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
83%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
87%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+3
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 87%
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 | 83% | 57% | 82% |
| Easy to contact via website | 66% | 58% | 73% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 63% | 54% | 59% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 46% | 31% | 35% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 52% | 42% | 55% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 97% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 85% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 60% | 57% | 70% |
| Waiting time was about right | 64% | 69% | 69% |
| Remote appointment | 27% | 26% | 33% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 96% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 87% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 92% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 84% |
| Discussed managing condition | 48% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 31% | 46% | 50% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 123 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 6:15pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6:15pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:15pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:15pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6:15pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 March 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Bissoe Road, Carnon Downs, Truro, TR3 6JD
- Phone
- 01872 863221
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Coastal (Kernow) PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L82061 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- 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 29 April 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 | 24.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.9% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 82% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 84% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 69% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 91% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 77% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnon Downs Surgerythis surgery | – | 80 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
| Lander Medical PracticeTruro, TR1 2JA | 3.0 miles | 71 | 66% | 84% | Yes |
| Three Spires Medical PracticeTruro, TR1 2JA | 3.0 miles | 83 | 67% | 92% | Yes |
| Chacewater Health CentreTruro, TR4 8QS | 3.6 miles | 92 | 87% | 95% | Yes |
| Penryn SurgeryPenryn, TR10 8HX | 3.9 miles | 82 | 68% | 90% | Yes |
| Falmouth Health CentreFalmouth, TR11 2LH | 4.6 miles | 66 | 79% | 89% | Yes |
| Trescobeas SurgeryFalmouth, TR11 2UN | 4.7 miles | 19 | 45% | 62% | Yes |
| Westover SurgeryFalmouth, TR11 4QJ | 5.2 miles | 46 | 67% | 77% | Yes |
| Roseland SurgeriesTruro, TR2 5EE | 5.9 miles | 87 | 91% | 87% | Yes |
| Leatside Health CentreRedruth, TR15 1AU | 6.3 miles | 42 | 48% | 75% | Yes |
Chacewater Health Centre is 3.6 miles away, scores 92 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Carnon Downs Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Carnon Downs Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01872 863221.
How do patients rate Carnon Downs Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 87% of patients at Carnon Downs Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 83% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 80 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Carnon Downs Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Carnon Downs Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 29 April 2016).
What are the opening times of Carnon Downs Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:15pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:15pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:15pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:15pm, Friday 8:30am to 6:15pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 March 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Carnon Downs Surgery?
Call 01872 863221. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Bissoe Road, Carnon Downs, Truro, TR3 6JD.
How many patients are registered at Carnon Downs Surgery?
Around 6,019 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Coastal (Kernow) PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly 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.