GP surgery in Exeter
Topsham Surgery
Holman Way, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0EN
Scores 74 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 80% of patients say their experience is good and 74% 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 81
- Easy to get through on the phone73
- Easy to contact online88
- Good experience of getting in touch78
- Did not wait too long for the appointment70
Quality of care 63
- Patients rate the surgery as good54
- Patients got what they needed46
- Doctors and nurses listen92
- Patients trust the staff83
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done19
- Meets NHS clinical targets83
- Children vaccinated on time78
What patients say
93 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
74%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 81% · 2026: 80%
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 | 74% | 57% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via website | 76% | 58% | 54% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 72% | 54% | 38% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 86% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 40% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 63% | 42% | 38% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 82% | 84% | 80% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 86% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 55% | 57% | 53% |
| Waiting time was about right | 78% | 69% | 64% |
| Remote appointment | 27% | 26% | 28% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 91% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 96% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 81% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 82% | 79% | 84% |
| Supported by local services | 61% | 70% | 81% |
| Discussed managing condition | 42% | 43% | 36% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 28% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 93 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 | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Holman Way, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0EN
- Phone
- 01392 874646
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.topshamsurgery.gpsurgery.net
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Outer Exeter PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L83036 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Glasshouse Medical Centre
- Glasshouse Lane, Countess Wear, Exeter, EX2 7BT
- Topsham Surgery at Sclns
- The West of England School, Countess Wear, Topsham Road, Exeter, EX2 6HA
Access and facilities
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 11 September 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 | 15.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 5.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 70% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 83% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 70% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 47% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 57% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topsham Surgerythis surgery | – | 74 | 74% | 80% | Yes |
| Westbank PracticeExeter, EX6 8DF | 1.4 miles | 97 | 91% | 97% | Yes |
| Wonford Green SurgeryExeter, EX2 6NF | 2.6 miles | 76 | 63% | 91% | Yes |
| Woodbury SurgeryExeter, EX5 1NZ | 2.8 miles | 100 | 95% | 94% | Yes |
| Hill Barton SurgeryExeter, EX1 3EN | 2.9 miles | 56 | 81% | 82% | Yes |
| South Lawn Medical PracticeExeter, EX1 2RX | 3.3 miles | 60 | 65% | 86% | Yes |
| Heavitree PracticeExeter, EX1 2RX | 3.3 miles | 94 | 99% | 98% | Yes |
| Ide Lane SurgeryExeter, EX2 8UP | 3.4 miles | 73 | 60% | 87% | Yes |
| Whipton SurgeryExeter, EX4 8EG | 3.6 miles | 71 | 83% | 84% | Yes |
| Pinhoe SurgeryExeter, EX1 3SY | 3.7 miles | 74 | 73% | 89% | Yes |
Westbank Practice is 1.4 miles away, scores 97 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Topsham Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Topsham Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01392 874646.
How do patients rate Topsham Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at Topsham Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 74% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 74 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Topsham Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Topsham Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 11 September 2018).
What are the opening times of Topsham Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Topsham Surgery?
Call 01392 874646 or visit its website, www.topshamsurgery.gpsurgery.net. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Holman Way, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0EN.
Does Topsham Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Topsham Surgery also runs Glasshouse Medical Centre (Glasshouse Lane, Countess Wear, Exeter, EX2 7BT) and Topsham Surgery at Sclns (The West of England School, Countess Wear, Topsham Road, Exeter, EX2 6HA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Topsham Surgery?
Around 11,844 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Outer Exeter 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.