GP surgery in Peterborough
Thistlemoor Medical Centre
6-10 Thistlemoor Road, Peterborough, PE1 3HP
Scores 31 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 69% of patients say their experience is good and 58% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding 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 39
- Easy to get through on the phone42
- Easy to contact online86
- Good experience of getting in touch28
- Did not wait too long for the appointment39
Quality of care 24
- Patients rate the surgery as good19
- Patients got what they needed21
- Doctors and nurses listen9
- Patients trust the staff17
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done64
- Meets NHS clinical targets27
- Children vaccinated on time3
What patients say
94 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
58%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
69%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 74% · 2026: 69%
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 | 58% | 57% | 47% |
| Easy to contact via website | 75% | 58% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 54% | 54% | 57% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 79% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 42% | 31% | 35% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 51% | 42% | 46% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 81% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 68% | 73% | 70% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 52% | 57% | 58% |
| Waiting time was about right | 68% | 69% | 71% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 78% | 87% | 84% |
| Treated with care and concern | 78% | 86% | 76% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 62% | 75% | 65% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 89% |
| Confidence and trust | 88% | 93% | 84% |
| Involved in decisions | 87% | 92% | 86% |
| Needs were met | 86% | 90% | 84% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 69% | 77% | 74% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 61% | 79% | 59% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 62% |
| Discussed managing condition | 58% | 43% | 53% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 51% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 94 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 6-10 Thistlemoor Road, Peterborough, PE1 3HP
- Phone
- 01733 551988
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.thistlemoor.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Central Thistlemoor & Thorpe PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D81625 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Pram park
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled 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? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 11.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 33.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 59% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 78% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 90% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 85% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thistlemoor Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 31 | 58% | 69% | Yes |
| Westwood ClinicPeterborough, PE3 7JW | 0.6 miles | 35 | 58% | 70% | Yes |
| Central Medical CentrePeterborough, PE1 3BF | 0.7 miles | 35 | 50% | 75% | Yes |
| Cpft - Consultant Diabetes TeamPeterborough, PE1 2QP | 1.0 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Thomas Walker Westgate HealthcarePeterborough, PE1 2QP | 1.0 miles | 21 | 47% | 69% | Yes |
| Nightingale Medical CentrePeterborough, PE1 4FS | 1.1 miles | 5 | 32% | 59% | Yes |
| Bretton Medical PracticePeterborough, PE3 8DT | 1.1 miles | 2 | 23% | 51% | Yes |
| The Grange Medical CentrePeterborough, PE3 6HA | 1.1 miles | 26 | 45% | 75% | Yes |
| Park Medical CentrePeterborough, PE1 2UF | 1.2 miles | 1 | 16% | 57% | Yes |
| Boroughbury Medical CentrePeterborough, PE1 2EJ | 1.2 miles | 12 | 40% | 66% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Thistlemoor Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Thistlemoor Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01733 551988.
How do patients rate Thistlemoor Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 69% of patients at Thistlemoor Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 58% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 31 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Thistlemoor Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Thistlemoor Medical Centre as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 11 May 2022).
What are the opening times of Thistlemoor Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 November 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Thistlemoor Medical Centre?
Call 01733 551988 or visit its website, www.thistlemoor.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 6-10 Thistlemoor Road, Peterborough, PE1 3HP.
How many patients are registered at Thistlemoor Medical Centre?
Around 32,079 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Central Thistlemoor & Thorpe PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Central East 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.