GP surgery in Newquay
Narrowcliff Surgery
Narrowcliff, Newquay, TR7 2QF
Scores 82 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 94% of patients say their experience is good and 62% 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 72
- Easy to get through on the phone50
- Easy to contact online81
- Good experience of getting in touch91
- Did not wait too long for the appointment60
Quality of care 88
- Patients rate the surgery as good95
- Patients got what they needed98
- Doctors and nurses listen92
- Patients trust the staff99
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done5
- Meets NHS clinical targets47
- Children vaccinated on time43
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
62%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
94%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 94% · 2026: 94%
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 | 62% | 57% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via website | 72% | 58% | 80% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 83% | 54% | 79% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 97% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 47% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 89% | 42% | 84% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 95% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 90% | 73% | 90% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 69% | 57% | 72% |
| Waiting time was about right | 75% | 69% | 90% |
| Remote appointment | 34% | 26% | 28% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 94% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 82% | 75% | 84% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 100% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 100% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 99% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 94% | 77% | 94% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 77% | 79% | 82% |
| Supported by local services | 86% | 70% | 71% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 46% |
| Agreed a care plan | 64% | 46% | 54% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 104 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Narrowcliff, Newquay, TR7 2QF
- Phone
- 01637 854433
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.narrowcliffsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Watergate PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L82029 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 17 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 | 16.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 58% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 83% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 63% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 75% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 45% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narrowcliff Surgerythis surgery | – | 82 | 62% | 94% | Yes |
| Newquay Health CentreNewquay, TR7 1RU | 0.5 miles | 40 | 61% | 78% | Yes |
| Petroc Group PracticeSt. Columb, TR9 6RS | 5.6 miles | 6 | 17% | 59% | Yes |
| Perranporth SurgeryPerranporth, TR6 0PS | 6.3 miles | 73 | 69% | 85% | Yes |
| St. Agnes SurgerySt. Agnes, TR5 0TN | 9.4 miles | 84 | 68% | 93% | Yes |
| Brannel SurgerySt Austell, PL26 7RL | 9.6 miles | 82 | 85% | 89% | Yes |
| Probus SurgeryTruro, TR2 4JZ | 10.4 miles | 28 | 53% | 76% | Yes |
| Clays PracticeSt. Austell, PL26 8JF | 10.5 miles | 80 | 84% | 88% | Yes |
| Lander Medical PracticeTruro, TR1 2JA | 11.0 miles | 71 | 66% | 84% | Yes |
| Three Spires Medical PracticeTruro, TR1 2JA | 11.0 miles | 83 | 67% | 92% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Narrowcliff Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Narrowcliff Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01637 854433.
How do patients rate Narrowcliff Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 94% of patients at Narrowcliff Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 62% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 82 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Narrowcliff Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Narrowcliff Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 17 May 2018).
What are the opening times of Narrowcliff Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Narrowcliff Surgery?
Call 01637 854433 or visit its website, www.narrowcliffsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Narrowcliff, Newquay, TR7 2QF.
How many patients are registered at Narrowcliff Surgery?
Around 16,346 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Watergate PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly 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.