GP surgery in Knowle
Downton Road Surgery
Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 1WH
Scores 44 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 86% of patients say their experience is good and 72% 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 47
- Easy to get through on the phone69
- Easy to contact online16
- Good experience of getting in touch51
- Did not wait too long for the appointment32
Quality of care 42
- Patients rate the surgery as good74
- Patients got what they needed18
- Doctors and nurses listen36
- Patients trust the staff72
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done5
- Meets NHS clinical targets20
- Children vaccinated on time14
What patients say
103 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
72%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
86%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+14
change since last year
2025: 72% · 2026: 86%
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 | 72% | 57% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via website | 41% | 58% | 40% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 51% | 54% | 51% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 82% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 40% | 31% | 42% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 58% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 66% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 76% | 73% | 63% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 71% | 57% | 68% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 62% |
| Remote appointment | 12% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 74% | 75% | 80% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 87% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 86% | 77% | 72% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 75% | 79% | 67% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 44% | 43% | 46% |
| Agreed a care plan | 38% | 46% | 35% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 103 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 | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 14 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 1WH
- Phone
- 0117 944 9750
- Website
- www.downtonroadsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Swift PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L81095 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 30 June 2016
This rating is 7 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 13.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 22.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 22.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 63% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 63% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 53% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downton Road Surgerythis surgery | – | 44 | 72% | 86% | Yes |
| The Lennard SurgeryBristol, BS13 7JD | 0.7 miles | 46 | 59% | 76% | Yes |
| Bedminster Family PracticeBristol, BS3 4AT | 1.1 miles | 34 | 51% | 80% | Yes |
| Bridge View MedicalBristol, BS3 1AS | 1.2 miles | 43 | 32% | 78% | Yes |
| Wells Road SurgeryBristol, BS4 2DF | 1.3 miles | 59 | 74% | 80% | Yes |
| Priory SurgeryBristol, BS4 2QJ | 1.4 miles | 32 | 55% | 79% | Yes |
| Hillview Family PracticeBristol, BS13 0JP | 1.4 miles | 14 | 47% | 72% | Yes |
| Hartwood HealthcareBristol, BS13 0JP | 1.4 miles | 43 | 62% | 84% | Yes |
| Grange Road SurgeryBristol, BS13 8LD | 1.4 miles | 22 | 51% | 79% | Yes |
| The Armada Family PracticeBristol, BS14 0SU | 1.4 miles | 5 | 27% | 61% | Yes |
Wells Road Surgery is 1.3 miles away, scores 59 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Downton Road Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Downton Road Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0117 944 9750.
How do patients rate Downton Road Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 86% of patients at Downton Road Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 72% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 44 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Downton Road Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Downton Road Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 13 November 2018).
What are the opening times of Downton Road Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 7pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 14 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Downton Road Surgery?
Call 0117 944 9750 or visit its website, www.downtonroadsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 1WH.
How many patients are registered at Downton Road Surgery?
Around 14,751 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Swift PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire 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.