GP surgery in Southampton
Old Fire Station Surgery
68a Portsmouth Road, Weston, Southampton, SO19 9AN
Scores 42 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 53% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good 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 20
- Easy to get through on the phone34
- Easy to contact online26
- Good experience of getting in touch28
- Did not wait too long for the appointment15
Quality of care 72
- Patients rate the surgery as good62
- Patients got what they needed86
- Doctors and nurses listen87
- Patients trust the staff94
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done36
- Meets NHS clinical targets34
- Children vaccinated on time23
What patients say
111 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
53%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+9
change since last year
2025: 74% · 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 | 53% | 57% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via website | 47% | 58% | 26% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 54% | 54% | 30% |
| Reception staff helpful | 93% | 85% | 83% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 45% | 42% | 33% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 74% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 87% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 68% | 73% | 55% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 54% | 57% | 44% |
| Waiting time was about right | 57% | 69% | 62% |
| Remote appointment | 15% | 26% | 20% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 95% | 87% | 88% |
| Treated with care and concern | 95% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 86% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 99% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 73% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 91% | 79% | 76% |
| Supported by local services | 80% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 111 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 6:30pm |
| 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 16 February 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 68a Portsmouth Road, Weston, Southampton, SO19 9AN
- Phone
- 023 8044 8558
- [email protected]
- Website
- oldfirestationsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Southampton Woolston & Townhill PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J82128 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- Lift
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Toilets
- Train station nearby
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 1 November 2016
This rating is 9 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 | 16.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 17.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 66% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 45% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 65% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 76% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fire Station Surgerythis surgery | – | 42 | 53% | 82% | Yes |
| Woolston and Chartwell PartnershipSouthampton, SO19 9AL | 0.1 mile | 14 | 34% | 73% | Yes |
| Spcl SurgerySouthampton, SO19 9RL | 0.2 miles | – | – | – | – |
| St. Peters SurgerySouthampton, SO19 9RL | 0.2 miles | 88 | 80% | 95% | Yes |
| Living Well PartnershipSouthampton, SO19 9GH | 0.6 miles | 5 | 30% | 61% | Yes |
| The Peartree PracticeSouthampton, SO19 0HS | 1.3 miles | 66 | 72% | 86% | Yes |
| Southampton Sea City PartnershipSouthampton, SO14 1LT | 1.4 miles | 10 | 44% | 73% | Yes |
| West End Road SurgerySouthampton, SO18 6TG | 1.5 miles | 56 | 68% | 77% | Yes |
| Homeless Healthcare TeamSouthampton, SO14 0LT | 1.6 miles | – | 96% | 100% | Yes |
| Walnut Tree SurgerySouthampton, SO15 2HQ | 2.1 miles | 76 | 78% | 84% | Yes |
St. Peters Surgery is 0.2 miles away, scores 88 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Old Fire Station Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Old Fire Station Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 023 8044 8558.
How do patients rate Old Fire Station Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Old Fire Station Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 53% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 42 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Old Fire Station Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Old Fire Station Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 1 November 2016).
What are the opening times of Old Fire Station Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6:30pm, 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 16 February 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Old Fire Station Surgery?
Call 023 8044 8558 or visit its website, oldfirestationsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 68a Portsmouth Road, Weston, Southampton, SO19 9AN.
How many patients are registered at Old Fire Station Surgery?
Around 8,593 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Southampton Woolston & Townhill PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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.