GP surgery in Newquay
Newquay Health Centre
The Health Centre, St. Thomas Road, Newquay, TR7 1RU
Scores 40 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 61% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2023. 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 48
- Easy to get through on the phone48
- Easy to contact online93
- Good experience of getting in touch37
- Did not wait too long for the appointment44
Quality of care 30
- Patients rate the surgery as good44
- Patients got what they needed24
- Doctors and nurses listen41
- Patients trust the staff35
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done30
- Meets NHS clinical targets32
- Children vaccinated on time36
What patients say
133 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
61%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-7
change since last year
2025: 85% · 2026: 78%
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 | 61% | 57% | 49% |
| Easy to contact via website | 80% | 58% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 64% | 54% | 46% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 87% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 23% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 31% | 42% | 34% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 76% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 66% | 57% | 64% |
| Waiting time was about right | 70% | 69% | 69% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 20% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 87% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 82% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 86% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 85% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 62% | 79% | 82% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 133 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.
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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 8 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Health Centre, St. Thomas Road, Newquay, TR7 1RU
- Phone
- 01637 850002
- Website
- www.newquayhealthcentre.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
- Y02517 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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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 | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 5.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 10.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 19.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 74% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 63% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 59% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newquay Health Centrethis surgery | – | 40 | 61% | 78% | Yes |
| Narrowcliff SurgeryNewquay, TR7 2QF | 0.5 miles | 82 | 62% | 94% | Yes |
| Perranporth SurgeryPerranporth, TR6 0PS | 5.8 miles | 73 | 69% | 85% | Yes |
| Petroc Group PracticeSt. Columb, TR9 6RS | 6.0 miles | 6 | 17% | 59% | Yes |
| St. Agnes SurgerySt. Agnes, TR5 0TN | 8.9 miles | 84 | 68% | 93% | Yes |
| Brannel SurgerySt Austell, PL26 7RL | 9.6 miles | 82 | 85% | 89% | Yes |
| Probus SurgeryTruro, TR2 4JZ | 10.2 miles | 28 | 53% | 76% | Yes |
| Lander Medical PracticeTruro, TR1 2JA | 10.6 miles | 71 | 66% | 84% | Yes |
| Three Spires Medical PracticeTruro, TR1 2JA | 10.6 miles | 83 | 67% | 92% | Yes |
| Clays PracticeSt. Austell, PL26 8JF | 10.8 miles | 80 | 84% | 88% | Yes |
Narrowcliff Surgery is 0.5 miles away, scores 82 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Newquay Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Newquay Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01637 850002.
How do patients rate Newquay Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Newquay Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 61% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 40 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Newquay Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Newquay Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 22 February 2023).
What are the opening times of Newquay Health Centre?
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 8 August 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Newquay Health Centre?
Call 01637 850002 or visit its website, www.newquayhealthcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Health Centre, St. Thomas Road, Newquay, TR7 1RU.
How many patients are registered at Newquay Health Centre?
Around 17,326 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.