GP surgery in Scunthorpe
Cedar Medical Practice
275 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2AB
Scores 96 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 92% of patients say their experience is good and 82% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. It is not taking on new patients at the moment.
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 94
- Easy to get through on the phone85
- Easy to contact online50
- Good experience of getting in touch97
- Did not wait too long for the appointment97
Quality of care 95
- Patients rate the surgery as good91
- Patients got what they needed98
- Doctors and nurses listen98
- Patients trust the staff87
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done79
- Meets NHS clinical targets59
- Children vaccinated on time48
What patients say
111 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
82%
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 | 82% | 57% | 74% |
| Easy to contact via website | 58% | 58% | 67% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 65% | 54% | 83% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 85% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 37% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 58% | 42% | 68% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 85% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 95% | 73% | 81% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 79% | 57% | 67% |
| Waiting time was about right | 93% | 69% | 91% |
| Remote appointment | 34% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 98% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 91% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 99% | 90% | 98% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 92% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 74% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 75% |
| Discussed managing condition | 53% | 43% | 45% |
| Agreed a care plan | 59% | 46% | 75% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 111 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 | 10am to 1:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 21 August 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 275 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2AB
- Phone
- 01724 843375
- Website
- www.cedarmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Lincolnshire South PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B81113 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Crosby Health Centre
- Parkinson Avenue, Scunthorpe, DN15 7JY
Access and facilities
- Wheelchair access
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 4 February 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 | 18.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 27.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 17.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 85% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 85% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 96 | 82% | 92% | No |
| Ancora Medical PracticeScunthorpe, DN16 2AB | under 0.1 miles | 14 | 34% | 70% | Yes |
| Ashby Turn Primary Care PartnersScunthorpe, DN16 2UT | 0.4 miles | 43 | 54% | 76% | Yes |
| Cambridge Avenue & Messingham Medical CentreScunthorpe, DN16 3LG | 0.9 miles | 54 | 51% | 79% | Yes |
| Church Lane Medical CentreScunthorpe, DN15 7AN | 1.0 miles | 59 | 64% | 85% | Yes |
| West Common Lane Teaching PracticeScunthorpe, DN17 1YH | 1.1 miles | 35 | 69% | 74% | Yes |
| The Oswald Road Medical SurgeryScunthorpe, DN15 7PG | 1.2 miles | 70 | 80% | 80% | Yes |
| Cherry Tree Medical PracticeScunthorpe, DN15 6HX | 1.5 miles | 12 | 53% | 65% | Yes |
| The Oak Tree Medical PracticeScunthorpe, DN15 6HX | 1.5 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Winterton Medical PracticeScunthorpe, DN15 9TA | 6.0 miles | 23 | 36% | 73% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Cedar Medical Practice taking on new patients?
No. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Cedar Medical Practice was not taking on new patients. A surgery can only turn you down for a fair reason, such as living outside its area or its list being full. This can change at any time, so call the surgery to check.
How do patients rate Cedar Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 92% of patients at Cedar Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 82% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 96 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Cedar Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Cedar Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 4 February 2016).
What are the opening times of Cedar Medical Practice?
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 10am to 1:30pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 21 August 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Cedar Medical Practice?
Call 01724 843375 or visit its website, www.cedarmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 275 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2AB.
Does Cedar Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Cedar Medical Practice also runs Crosby Health Centre (Parkinson Avenue, Scunthorpe, DN15 7JY). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Cedar Medical Practice?
Around 10,101 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Lincolnshire South PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Humber and North Yorkshire 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.