GP surgery in Salisbury
Salisbury Medical Practice
Fisherton House, Fountain Way, Salisbury, SP2 7FD
Scores 54 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 81% of patients say their experience is good and 62% 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 58
- Easy to get through on the phone50
- Easy to contact online86
- Good experience of getting in touch43
- Did not wait too long for the appointment65
Quality of care 49
- Patients rate the surgery as good58
- Patients got what they needed32
- Doctors and nurses listen30
- Patients trust the staff41
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done67
- Meets NHS clinical targets41
- Children vaccinated on time68
What patients say
128 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
62%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 86% · 2026: 81%
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 | 62% | 57% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via website | 75% | 58% | 73% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 65% | 54% | 65% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 22% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 34% | 42% | 23% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 73% | 73% | 84% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 66% | 57% | 61% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 75% |
| Remote appointment | 31% | 26% | 40% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 84% | 87% | 93% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 69% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 86% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 78% |
| Supported by local services | 84% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 57% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 54% | 46% | 54% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 128 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 | 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 10 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Fisherton House, Fountain Way, Salisbury, SP2 7FD
- Phone
- 01722 333034
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.salisburymedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sarum Cathedral PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J83021 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Bemerton Heath Surgery
- Pembroke Road, Salisbury, SP2 9DJ
- Bishopdown Surgery
- 28 St. Clements Way, Bishopdow, Salisbury, SP1 3FF
- Wilton Health Centre Partnership
- Market Place, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 0HT
Access and facilities
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Parent and baby room
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle 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 | 14.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 66% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 75% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 54 | 62% | 81% | Yes |
| Harcourt Medical CentreSalisbury, SP2 7TD | 0.5 miles | 39 | 54% | 74% | Yes |
| Salisbury Walk-in Health CentreSalisbury, SP1 3SL | 0.5 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Sarum Health GroupSalisbury, SP1 3SL | 0.5 miles | 79 | 73% | 84% | Yes |
| Three Chequers Medical PracticeSalisbury, SP1 3UH | 0.6 miles | 44 | 43% | 73% | Yes |
| The Orchard PartnershipSalisbury, SP2 0JU | 2.5 miles | 96 | 89% | 93% | Yes |
| Ramsey Health Care UKSalisbury, SP5 4EY | 3.7 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Downton SurgerySalisbury, SP5 3JP | 6.4 miles | 13 | 52% | 68% | Yes |
| St Melor House SurgerySalisbury, SP4 7LT | 7.0 miles | 95 | 90% | 95% | Yes |
| Barcroft Medical CentreSalisbury, SP4 7DL | 7.0 miles | 31 | 43% | 74% | Yes |
Sarum Health Group is 0.5 miles away, scores 79 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Salisbury Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Salisbury Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01722 333034.
How do patients rate Salisbury Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at Salisbury Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 62% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 54 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Salisbury Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Salisbury Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 January 2023).
What are the opening times of Salisbury Medical Practice?
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 10 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Salisbury Medical Practice?
Call 01722 333034 or visit its website, www.salisburymedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Fisherton House, Fountain Way, Salisbury, SP2 7FD.
Does Salisbury Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Salisbury Medical Practice also runs Bemerton Heath Surgery (Pembroke Road, Salisbury, SP2 9DJ) and Bishopdown Surgery (28 St. Clements Way, Bishopdow, Salisbury, SP1 3FF) and Wilton Health Centre Partnership (Market Place, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 0HT). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Salisbury Medical Practice?
Around 24,489 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sarum Cathedral 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.