GP surgery in Bath
Combe Down Surgery
Combe Down House, The Avenue, Combe Down, Bath, BA2 5EG
Scores 65 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 84% of patients say their experience is good and 56% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding 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 59
- Easy to get through on the phone40
- Easy to contact online77
- Good experience of getting in touch69
- Did not wait too long for the appointment55
Quality of care 71
- Patients rate the surgery as good67
- Patients got what they needed59
- Doctors and nurses listen51
- Patients trust the staff42
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done45
- Meets NHS clinical targets60
- Children vaccinated on time47
What patients say
116 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
56%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
84%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-7
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 84%
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 | 56% | 57% | 68% |
| Easy to contact via website | 70% | 58% | 80% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 64% | 54% | 71% |
| Reception staff helpful | 92% | 85% | 97% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 27% | 31% | 25% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 30% | 42% | 38% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 97% | 84% | 98% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 82% | 73% | 87% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 61% | 57% | 63% |
| Waiting time was about right | 73% | 69% | 79% |
| Remote appointment | 23% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 84% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 83% | 79% | 84% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 51% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 116 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 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 13 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Combe Down House, The Avenue, Combe Down, Bath, BA2 5EG
- Phone
- 01225 832226
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Minerva Health Group PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L81065 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Dr Batterham CV & Partners
- Combe Down Branch Surgery, Sulis Meadows, Sulis Manor Road, Odd Down, Bath, BA2 2AL
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
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 16 August 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? | Outstanding |
| Is it caring? | Outstanding |
| Is it responsive? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 13.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 75% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 76% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 64% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combe Down Surgerythis surgery | – | 65 | 56% | 84% | Yes |
| Bmi Healthcare Bath ClinicBath, BA2 7BR | 0.6 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Widcombe SurgeryBath, BA2 4JT | 1.1 miles | 50 | 59% | 78% | Yes |
| University Medical CentreBath, BA2 7AY | 1.5 miles | 72 | 90% | 81% | Yes |
| Heart of BathBath, BA2 3HT | 1.6 miles | 73 | 62% | 87% | Yes |
| The Pulteney PracticeBath, BA2 4BY | 1.7 miles | 36 | 53% | 75% | Yes |
| Rush Hill SurgeryBath, BA2 2QH | 2.1 miles | 28 | 60% | 70% | Yes |
| Fairfield Park Health CentreBath, BA1 6EA | 2.4 miles | 82 | 86% | 95% | Yes |
| St. Michael's SurgeryBath, BA2 1ER | 2.7 miles | 91 | 88% | 91% | Yes |
| Newbridge SurgeryBath, BA1 3PT | 2.8 miles | 97 | 83% | 92% | Yes |
Fairfield Park Health Centre is 2.4 miles away, scores 82 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Combe Down Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Combe Down Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01225 832226.
How do patients rate Combe Down Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 84% of patients at Combe Down Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 56% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 65 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Combe Down Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Combe Down Surgery as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 16 August 2016).
What are the opening times of Combe Down Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 13 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Combe Down Surgery?
Call 01225 832226. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Combe Down House, The Avenue, Combe Down, Bath, BA2 5EG.
Does Combe Down Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Combe Down Surgery also runs Dr Batterham CV & Partners (Combe Down Branch Surgery, Sulis Meadows, Sulis Manor Road, Odd Down, Bath, BA2 2AL). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Combe Down Surgery?
Around 14,044 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Minerva Health Group PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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.