GP surgery in South Hams
Catherine House Surgery
Westward House, New Walk, Totnes, TQ9 5WB
Scores 90 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 92% of patients say their experience is good and 87% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2025. 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 92
- Easy to get through on the phone91
- Easy to contact online92
- Good experience of getting in touch79
- Did not wait too long for the appointment89
Quality of care 82
- Patients rate the surgery as good91
- Patients got what they needed81
- Doctors and nurses listen65
- Patients trust the staff72
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done66
- Meets NHS clinical targets36
- Children vaccinated on time20
What patients say
118 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
87%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
92%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 92%
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 | 87% | 57% | 95% |
| Easy to contact via website | 80% | 58% | 71% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 82% | 54% | 66% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 95% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 42% | 31% | 43% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 52% | 42% | 61% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 87% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 100% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 84% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 66% | 57% | 77% |
| Waiting time was about right | 87% | 69% | 86% |
| Remote appointment | 12% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 98% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 98% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 92% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 89% |
| Supported by local services | 79% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 31% | 46% | 43% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 118 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 22 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Westward House, New Walk, Totnes, TQ9 5WB
- Phone
- 01803 862073
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.catherinehousesurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Dartmoor and Totnes PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L83146 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Free NHS WiFi
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Lift
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
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 | 15.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 67% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 86% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine House Surgerythis surgery | – | 90 | 87% | 92% | Yes |
| Leatside SurgeryTotnes, TQ9 5JA | 0.4 miles | 72 | 63% | 87% | Yes |
| Old Farm SurgeryPaignton, TQ3 3TB | 4.4 miles | 58 | 48% | 83% | No |
| Mayfield Medical CentrePaignton, TQ4 5LA | 5.0 miles | 7 | 32% | 58% | Yes |
| Corner Place SurgeryPaignton, TQ4 5AH | 5.1 miles | 13 | 34% | 67% | Yes |
| Pembroke Medical GroupPaignton, TQ3 2EZ | 5.5 miles | 37 | 33% | 80% | Yes |
| Buckfastleigh Medical CentreBuckfastleigh, TQ11 0DE | 5.6 miles | 70 | 91% | 89% | Yes |
| Chelston Hall SurgeryTorquay, TQ2 6HW | 6.4 miles | 31 | 44% | 75% | Yes |
| Kingskerswell & Ipplepen Medical PracticeNewton Abbot, TQ12 5DJ | 6.6 miles | 47 | 50% | 75% | Yes |
| South Brent Health CentreSouth Brent, TQ10 9HT | 6.6 miles | 92 | 92% | 97% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Catherine House Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Catherine House Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01803 862073.
How do patients rate Catherine House Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 92% of patients at Catherine House Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 87% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 90 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Catherine House Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Catherine House Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 3 November 2025).
What are the opening times of Catherine House Surgery?
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 22 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Catherine House Surgery?
Call 01803 862073 or visit its website, www.catherinehousesurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Westward House, New Walk, Totnes, TQ9 5WB.
How many patients are registered at Catherine House Surgery?
Around 4,883 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Dartmoor and Totnes PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Devon 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.