GP surgery in Wiltshire
Purton Surgery
Doctors Surgery, Willis Way, Purton, Swindon, SN5 4BD
Scores 86 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 90% of patients say their experience is good and 75% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. 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 85
- Easy to get through on the phone74
- Easy to contact online22
- Good experience of getting in touch89
- Did not wait too long for the appointment94
Quality of care 81
- Patients rate the surgery as good88
- Patients got what they needed82
- Doctors and nurses listen71
- Patients trust the staff69
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done8
- Meets NHS clinical targets84
- Children vaccinated on time91
What patients say
134 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
75%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
90%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-3
change since last year
2025: 93% · 2026: 90%
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 | 75% | 57% | 66% |
| Easy to contact via website | 45% | 58% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 47% | 54% | 56% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 39% | 31% | 25% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 59% | 42% | 51% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 97% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 89% | 73% | 87% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 73% | 57% | 72% |
| Waiting time was about right | 90% | 69% | 94% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 92% | 87% | 89% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 90% | 77% | 93% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 92% | 79% | 89% |
| Supported by local services | 86% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 38% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 45% | 46% | 62% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 134 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 5:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 22 August 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Doctors Surgery, Willis Way, Purton, Swindon, SN5 4BD
- Phone
- 01793 770207
- Website
- www.purtonsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Wilts Border PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J83006 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Green Gable Surgery
- 38 A the High Street, Cricklade, SN6 6AY · 01793 752633
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 25 April 2019
This rating is 7 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 | 14.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 8.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 54% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 62% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 62% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 44% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purton Surgerythis surgery | – | 86 | 75% | 90% | Yes |
| Ridge Green Medical PracticeSwindon, SN5 5PX | 2.2 miles | 54 | 61% | 74% | Yes |
| Ashington House SurgerySwindon, SN5 7XY | 2.9 miles | 14 | 27% | 69% | Yes |
| Tinkers Lane SurgerySwindon, SN4 7AT | 3.1 miles | 31 | 71% | 69% | Yes |
| North Swindon PracticeSwindon, SN25 1QQ | 3.1 miles | 20 | 51% | 69% | Yes |
| New Court SurgerySwindon, SN4 7AX | 3.2 miles | 54 | 56% | 81% | Yes |
| Phoenix SurgerySwindon, SN5 8SX | 3.3 miles | 13 | 71% | 65% | Yes |
| Abbey Meads Medical PracticeSwindon, SN25 4YZ | 3.7 miles | 34 | 52% | 75% | Yes |
| Cricklade SurgerySwindon, SN6 6AE | 3.9 miles | 77 | 84% | 89% | Yes |
| Park Lane PracticeSwindon, SN1 5HG | 4.0 miles | 16 | 63% | 73% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Purton Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Purton Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01793 770207.
How do patients rate Purton Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 90% of patients at Purton Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 75% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 86 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Purton Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Purton Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 25 April 2019).
What are the opening times of Purton Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 12:30pm 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 5:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 22 August 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Purton Surgery?
Call 01793 770207 or visit its website, www.purtonsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Doctors Surgery, Willis Way, Purton, Swindon, SN5 4BD.
Does Purton Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Purton Surgery also runs Green Gable Surgery (38 A the High Street, Cricklade, SN6 6AY). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Purton Surgery?
Around 10,871 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Wilts Border PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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.