GP surgery in Dorchester
Poundbury Doctors Surgery
3 Frederick Treves House, St. John Way, Dorchester, DT1 2FD
Scores 89 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 93% of patients say their experience is good and 89% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. 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 80
- Easy to get through on the phone93
- Easy to contact online93
- Good experience of getting in touch94
- Did not wait too long for the appointment32
Quality of care 95
- Patients rate the surgery as good93
- Patients got what they needed96
- Doctors and nurses listen93
- Patients trust the staff99
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done54
- Meets NHS clinical targets64
- Children vaccinated on time80
What patients say
118 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
89%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
93%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+5
change since last year
2025: 88% · 2026: 93%
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 | 89% | 57% | 82% |
| Easy to contact via website | 80% | 58% | 72% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 78% | 54% | 85% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 44% | 31% | 36% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 66% | 42% | 57% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 92% | 73% | 88% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 77% | 57% | 86% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 13% | 26% | 20% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 95% | 86% | 96% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 85% | 75% | 89% |
| Had all the information needed | 100% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 100% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 98% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 98% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 93% | 77% | 88% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 91% |
| Supported by local services | 76% | 70% | 95% |
| Discussed managing condition | 58% | 43% | 54% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 31% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 118 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 | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 9 December 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 3 Frederick Treves House, St. John Way, Dorchester, DT1 2FD
- Phone
- 01305 251128
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Mid Dorset PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J81082 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car 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 | 15.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 10.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 81% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poundbury Doctors Surgerythis surgery | – | 89 | 89% | 93% | Yes |
| Prince of Wales SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2FD | under 0.1 miles | 81 | 79% | 96% | Yes |
| Queens Avenue SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2EW | 0.7 miles | 83 | 86% | 87% | Yes |
| Atrium Health CentreDorchester, DT1 1QR | 0.9 miles | 38 | 65% | 73% | Yes |
| Fordington SurgeryDorchester, DT1 1LD | 1.3 miles | 88 | 99% | 94% | Yes |
| Puddletown SurgeryDorchester, DT2 8FY | 5.5 miles | 98 | 99% | 97% | Yes |
| Cerne Abbas SurgeryDorchester, DT2 7JG | 6.7 miles | 91 | 96% | 91% | Yes |
| Weymouth Bay Medical PracticeWeymouth, DT4 7BY | 6.7 miles | 87 | 71% | 89% | Yes |
| The Bridges Medical CentreWeymouth, DT4 7DW | 6.9 miles | 85 | 85% | 94% | Yes |
| Cross Road SurgeryWeymouth, DT4 9QX | 7.7 miles | 34 | 65% | 73% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Poundbury Doctors Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Poundbury Doctors Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01305 251128.
How do patients rate Poundbury Doctors Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 93% of patients at Poundbury Doctors Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 89% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 89 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Poundbury Doctors Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Poundbury Doctors Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 July 2022).
What are the opening times of Poundbury Doctors Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 9 December 2013. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Poundbury Doctors Surgery?
Call 01305 251128. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 3 Frederick Treves House, St. John Way, Dorchester, DT1 2FD.
How many patients are registered at Poundbury Doctors Surgery?
Around 8,083 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Mid Dorset PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Dorset 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.