GP surgery in Oxford
St. Clement's Surgery
39 Temple Street, Oxford, OX4 1JS
Scores 50 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 70% of patients say their experience is good and 78% 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 74
- Easy to get through on the phone79
- Easy to contact online71
- Good experience of getting in touch65
- Did not wait too long for the appointment64
Quality of care 18
- Patients rate the surgery as good21
- Patients got what they needed18
- Doctors and nurses listen31
- Patients trust the staff31
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done37
- Meets NHS clinical targets42
- Children vaccinated on time40
What patients say
78 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
78%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
70%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-20
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 70%
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 | 78% | 57% | 88% |
| Easy to contact via website | 67% | 58% | 68% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 44% | 54% | 72% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 89% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 36% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 41% | 42% | 68% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 88% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 80% | 73% | 86% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 48% | 57% | 66% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 74% |
| Remote appointment | 40% | 26% | 38% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 97% |
| Treated with care and concern | 81% | 86% | 94% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 89% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 70% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 93% | 79% | 85% |
| Supported by local services | 68% | 70% | 80% |
| Discussed managing condition | 48% | 43% | 46% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 59% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 78 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 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 30 September 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 39 Temple Street, Oxford, OX4 1JS
- Phone
- 01865 248550
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.stclementssurgery.org
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- City - East Oxford PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- K84060 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Enhanced lighting
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 14 December 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 | 9.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 7.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 51% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 84% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 65% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 75% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 75% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Clement's Surgerythis surgery | – | 50 | 78% | 70% | Yes |
| Cowley Road Medical PracticeOxford, OX4 1XD | 0.4 miles | 31 | 75% | 73% | Yes |
| Bartlemas SurgeryOxford, OX4 1XD | 0.4 miles | 49 | 58% | 79% | Yes |
| St Bartholomews & Hollow Way Medical CentreOxford, OX4 1XB | 0.4 miles | 34 | 66% | 71% | Yes |
| Luther Street Medical PracticeOxford, OX1 1UL | 0.7 miles | – | 85% | 73% | Yes |
| Northgate Health CentreOxford, OX1 3EF | 0.8 miles | 84 | 83% | 89% | Yes |
| Kes@northgateOxford, OX1 3EF | 0.8 miles | 91 | 98% | 83% | Yes |
| Donnington Medical PartnershipOxford, OX4 4DH | 1.0 miles | 40 | 70% | 78% | Yes |
| Beaumont Elms PracticeOxford, OX1 2NA | 1.0 miles | 53 | 78% | 79% | Yes |
| Observatory Medical PracticeOxford, OX2 6NW | 1.3 miles | 87 | 85% | 84% | Yes |
Northgate Health Centre is 0.8 miles away, scores 84 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is St. Clement's Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), St. Clement's Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01865 248550.
How do patients rate St. Clement's Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 70% of patients at St. Clement's Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 78% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 50 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for St. Clement's Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated St. Clement's Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 14 December 2016).
What are the opening times of St. Clement's Surgery?
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 30 September 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact St. Clement's Surgery?
Call 01865 248550 or visit its website, www.stclementssurgery.org. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 39 Temple Street, Oxford, OX4 1JS.
How many patients are registered at St. Clement's Surgery?
Around 6,252 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of City - East Oxford PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Thames Valley 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.