GP surgery in Cirencester
Phoenix Health Group
Phoenix Cirencester, 9 Chesterton Lane, Cirencester, GL7 1XG
Scores 51 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 80% of patients say their experience is good and 55% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 42
- Easy to get through on the phone36
- Easy to contact online13
- Good experience of getting in touch60
- Did not wait too long for the appointment43
Quality of care 63
- Patients rate the surgery as good53
- Patients got what they needed85
- Doctors and nurses listen62
- Patients trust the staff57
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done29
- Meets NHS clinical targets67
- Children vaccinated on time65
What patients say
109 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
54%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-3
change since last year
2025: 83% · 2026: 80%
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 | 54% | 57% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via website | 40% | 58% | 63% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 41% | 54% | 54% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 44% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 66% | 42% | 70% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 87% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 79% | 73% | 78% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 55% | 57% | 69% |
| Waiting time was about right | 69% | 69% | 62% |
| Remote appointment | 53% | 26% | 51% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 71% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 98% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 83% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 89% | 79% | 88% |
| Supported by local services | 76% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 39% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 40% | 46% | 54% |
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.
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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 | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 5 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Phoenix Cirencester, 9 Chesterton Lane, Cirencester, GL7 1XG
- Phone
- 01285 652056
- Website
- phoenixhealthgroup.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Cotswolds PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L84012 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Kemble Surgery
- Church Road, Kemble, Cirencester, GL7 6AE
- Phoenix Tetbury
- 41-43 Long Street, Tetbury, GL8 8AA
- South Cerney Surgery
- Clarkes Hay, South Cerney, Cirencester, GL7 5UA
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- 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 26 April 2017
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? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 15.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 70% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 52% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Health Groupthis surgery | – | 51 | 55% | 80% | Yes |
| Upper Thames Medical GroupCirencester, GL7 1US | 0.3 miles | 44 | 53% | 76% | Yes |
| Cirencester Health GroupCirencester, GL7 1EH | 0.6 miles | 40 | 54% | 79% | Yes |
| Rendcomb SurgeryCirencester, GL7 7EY | 5.1 miles | 94 | 92% | 94% | Yes |
| Cricklade SurgerySwindon, SN6 6AE | 7.0 miles | 77 | 84% | 89% | Yes |
| Frithwood SurgeryStroud, GL6 8DE | 8.1 miles | 98 | 97% | 96% | Yes |
| Minchinhampton SurgeryStroud, GL6 9FB | 8.4 miles | 97 | 93% | 90% | Yes |
| Hilary Cottage SurgeryFairford, GL7 4BQ | 8.7 miles | 31 | 49% | 67% | Yes |
| Purton SurgerySwindon, SN5 4BD | 9.6 miles | 86 | 75% | 90% | Yes |
| Malmesbury Medical PartnershipMalmesbury, SN16 0FB | 10.5 miles | 85 | 70% | 91% | Yes |
Rendcomb Surgery is 5.1 miles away, scores 94 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Phoenix Health Group taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Phoenix Health Group was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01285 652056.
How do patients rate Phoenix Health Group?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at Phoenix Health Group said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 55% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 51 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Phoenix Health Group?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Phoenix Health Group as Good at its last published inspection (report published 26 April 2017).
What are the opening times of Phoenix Health Group?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 5 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Phoenix Health Group?
Call 01285 652056 or visit its website, phoenixhealthgroup.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Phoenix Cirencester, 9 Chesterton Lane, Cirencester, GL7 1XG.
Does Phoenix Health Group have a branch surgery?
Yes. Phoenix Health Group also runs Kemble Surgery (Church Road, Kemble, Cirencester, GL7 6AE) and Phoenix Tetbury (41-43 Long Street, Tetbury, GL8 8AA) and South Cerney Surgery (Clarkes Hay, South Cerney, Cirencester, GL7 5UA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Phoenix Health Group?
Around 24,700 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Cotswolds PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the 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.