GP surgery in Mid Devon
Cheriton Bishop Surgery
Cheriton Bishop, Cheriton Cross, Exeter, EX6 6JA
Scores 99 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 99% of patients say their experience is good and 100% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 100
- Easy to get through on the phone100
- Easy to contact online98
- Good experience of getting in touch99
- Did not wait too long for the appointment99
Quality of care 99
- Patients rate the surgery as good100
- Patients got what they needed98
- Doctors and nurses listen98
- Patients trust the staff97
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done85
- Meets NHS clinical targets75
- Children vaccinated on time78
What patients say
122 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
99%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
99%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+5
change since last year
2025: 94% · 2026: 99%
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 | 99% | 57% | 91% |
| Easy to contact via website | 89% | 58% | 88% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 79% | 54% | 67% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 39% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 94% | 42% | 75% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 98% | 84% | 97% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 98% | 73% | 97% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 91% | 57% | 84% |
| Waiting time was about right | 96% | 69% | 92% |
| Remote appointment | 12% | 26% | 14% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 98% | 87% | 98% |
| Treated with care and concern | 98% | 86% | 97% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 89% |
| Had all the information needed | 100% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 99% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 99% | 77% | 94% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 90% | 79% | 95% |
| Supported by local services | 91% | 70% | 94% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 47% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 47% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 122 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 7:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 13 June 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Cheriton Bishop, Cheriton Cross, Exeter, EX6 6JA
- Phone
- 01647 24272
- [email protected]
- Website
- cheritonbishoppractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Dartmoor PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L83098 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Christow Surgery
- Layne Fields, Christow, EX6 7NY
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Children’s play area
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Sign language interpreter available in-person
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
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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 | 18.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 83% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 82% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 73% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheriton Bishop Surgerythis surgery | – | 99 | 100% | 99% | Yes |
| Moretonhampstead Health CentreNewton Abbot, TQ13 8LW | 4.4 miles | 100 | 97% | 99% | Yes |
| Chagford Health CentreNewton Abbot, TQ13 8BW | 5.5 miles | 96 | 95% | 97% | Yes |
| Redlands Primary CareCrediton, EX17 3FD | 5.9 miles | 22 | 53% | 69% | Yes |
| Bow Medical PracticeCrediton, EX17 6FB | 6.0 miles | 91 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
| Foxhayes PracticeExeter, EX4 2BH | 8.4 miles | 65 | 80% | 75% | Yes |
| St Thomas Medical GroupExeter, EX4 1HJ | 8.7 miles | 41 | 56% | 75% | Yes |
| Ide Lane SurgeryExeter, EX2 8UP | 9.3 miles | 73 | 60% | 87% | Yes |
| Inclusion Health Devon CicExeter, EX4 6PD | 9.5 miles | 61 | 87% | 81% | Yes |
| Southernhay House SurgeryExeter, EX1 1RX | 9.6 miles | 58 | 76% | 82% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Cheriton Bishop Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Cheriton Bishop Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01647 24272.
How do patients rate Cheriton Bishop Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 99% of patients at Cheriton Bishop Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 100% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 99 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Cheriton Bishop Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Cheriton Bishop Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 27 May 2026).
What are the opening times of Cheriton Bishop Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 7:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 13 June 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Cheriton Bishop Surgery?
Call 01647 24272 or visit its website, cheritonbishoppractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Cheriton Bishop, Cheriton Cross, Exeter, EX6 6JA.
Does Cheriton Bishop Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Cheriton Bishop Surgery also runs Christow Surgery (Layne Fields, Christow, EX6 7NY). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Cheriton Bishop Surgery?
Around 5,437 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Dartmoor 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.