GP surgery in West Devon
Tavyside Health Centre
Abbey Rise, Tavistock, PL19 9FD
Scores 79 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 90% 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 2018. 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 73
- Easy to get through on the phone79
- Easy to contact online85
- Good experience of getting in touch77
- Did not wait too long for the appointment46
Quality of care 81
- Patients rate the surgery as good86
- Patients got what they needed86
- Doctors and nurses listen50
- Patients trust the staff59
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done50
- Meets NHS clinical targets87
- Children vaccinated on time70
What patients say
113 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
78%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
90%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 90% · 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 | 78% | 57% | 83% |
| Easy to contact via website | 74% | 58% | 67% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 70% | 54% | 70% |
| Reception staff helpful | 98% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 26% | 31% | 30% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 54% | 42% | 36% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 92% | 84% | 95% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 84% | 73% | 85% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 79% | 57% | 62% |
| Waiting time was about right | 70% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 17% | 26% | 21% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 100% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 91% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 90% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 79% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 39% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 46% | 46% | 39% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 113 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 | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 8am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 9 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Abbey Rise, Tavistock, PL19 9FD
- Phone
- 01822 613517
- [email protected]
- Website
- tavyside.org
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- West Devon PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L83038 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Lifton Surgery
- North Road, Lifton, PL16 0EH
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Lift
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Parent and child parking spaces
- Pharmacy
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 6 August 2018
This rating is 8 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 | 18.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 66% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 66% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 84% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 66% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tavyside Health Centrethis surgery | – | 79 | 78% | 90% | Yes |
| Abbey SurgeryTavistock, PL19 8BU | 0.3 miles | 56 | 73% | 76% | Yes |
| Yelverton SurgeryYelverton, PL20 6AS | 4.7 miles | 97 | 94% | 94% | Yes |
| Tamar Valley HealthCallington, PL17 7AW | 8.3 miles | 50 | 56% | 81% | Yes |
| Southway SurgeryPlymouth, PL6 6DX | 8.3 miles | 68 | 63% | 79% | Yes |
| Roborough SurgeryPlymouth, PL6 6PH | 8.4 miles | 32 | 50% | 76% | Yes |
| Budshead Medical PracticePlymouth, PL5 4DU | 9.0 miles | 8 | 54% | 59% | Yes |
| Oakside SurgeryPlymouth, PL5 3PY | 9.4 miles | 6 | 46% | 59% | Yes |
| Knowle House SurgeryPlymouth, PL5 3JB | 9.6 miles | 53 | 45% | 80% | Yes |
| Elm SurgeryPlymouth, PL6 8UF | 9.9 miles | 65 | 67% | 81% | Yes |
Yelverton Surgery is 4.7 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Tavyside Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Tavyside Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01822 613517.
How do patients rate Tavyside Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 90% of patients at Tavyside Health Centre 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 79 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Tavyside Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Tavyside Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 6 August 2018).
What are the opening times of Tavyside Health Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday 8am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 9 November 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Tavyside Health Centre?
Call 01822 613517 or visit its website, tavyside.org. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Abbey Rise, Tavistock, PL19 9FD.
Does Tavyside Health Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Tavyside Health Centre also runs Lifton Surgery (North Road, Lifton, PL16 0EH). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Tavyside Health Centre?
Around 13,741 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of West Devon PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Devon 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.