GP surgery in South Cambridgeshire
Comberton Surgery
58 Green End, Comberton, Cambridge, CB23 7DY
Scores 65 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 79% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 58
- Easy to get through on the phone80
- Easy to contact online22
- Good experience of getting in touch69
- Did not wait too long for the appointment30
Quality of care 73
- Patients rate the surgery as good60
- Patients got what they needed77
- Doctors and nurses listen84
- Patients trust the staff91
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done27
- Meets NHS clinical targets60
- Children vaccinated on time82
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
79%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-6
change since last year
2025: 87% · 2026: 82%
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 | 79% | 57% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via website | 45% | 58% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 44% | 54% | 38% |
| Reception staff helpful | 96% | 85% | 90% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 41% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 56% | 42% | 62% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 97% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 82% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 64% | 57% | 66% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 69% |
| Remote appointment | 12% | 26% | 15% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 85% | 75% | 84% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 87% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 87% | 79% | 78% |
| Supported by local services | 76% | 70% | 65% |
| Discussed managing condition | 30% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 52% | 46% | 59% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 109 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 | 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 21 February 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 58 Green End, Comberton, Cambridge, CB23 7DY
- Phone
- 01223 262500
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Meridian PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D81035 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Little Eversden
- The New Surgery, 33 Harlton Road, Little Eversden, CB23 1HB · 01223 262579
Access and facilities
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 31 May 2018
This rating is 8 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 | 15.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 60% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 67% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 69% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 75% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comberton Surgerythis surgery | – | 65 | 79% | 82% | Yes |
| Bourn SurgeryCambridge, CB23 2SH | 3.5 miles | 84 | 71% | 91% | Yes |
| Newnham Walk SurgeryCambridge, CB3 9HS | 3.9 miles | 79 | 82% | 85% | Yes |
| Monkfield Medical PracticeCambridge, CB23 6HL | 4.1 miles | 10 | 36% | 58% | Yes |
| Huntingdon Road SurgeryCambridge, CB3 0DB | 4.2 miles | 18 | 56% | 70% | Yes |
| Harston SurgeryCambridge, CB22 7NP | 4.3 miles | 81 | 74% | 90% | Yes |
| Trumpington Street Medical PracticeCambridge, CB2 1RG | 4.3 miles | 50 | 66% | 76% | Yes |
| Maple Surgery Bar Hill Health CentreCambridge, CB23 8EH | 4.4 miles | 61 | 72% | 78% | Yes |
| Sas - C&P - Mkgp Plus LtdCambridge, CB23 8EH | 4.4 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Bridge Street Medical CentreCambridge, CB2 3LS | 4.4 miles | 63 | 67% | 74% | Yes |
Bourn Surgery is 3.5 miles away, scores 84 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Comberton Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Comberton Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01223 262500.
How do patients rate Comberton Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Comberton Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 79% 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 Comberton Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Comberton Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 31 May 2018).
What are the opening times of Comberton Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8:15am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 21 February 2020. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Comberton Surgery?
Call 01223 262500. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 58 Green End, Comberton, Cambridge, CB23 7DY.
Does Comberton Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Comberton Surgery also runs Little Eversden (The New Surgery, 33 Harlton Road, Little Eversden, CB23 1HB). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Comberton Surgery?
Around 10,003 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Meridian PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Central East 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.