GP surgery in Cambridge
Trumpington Street Medical Practice
56 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RG
Scores 50 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 76% of patients say their experience is good and 66% 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 49
- Easy to get through on the phone58
- Easy to contact online79
- Good experience of getting in touch45
- Did not wait too long for the appointment36
Quality of care 51
- Patients rate the surgery as good40
- Patients got what they needed54
- Doctors and nurses listen77
- Patients trust the staff51
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done31
- Meets NHS clinical targets74
- Children vaccinated on time62
What patients say
96 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
66%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
76%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 76%
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 | 66% | 57% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via website | 71% | 58% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 61% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 81% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 30% | 31% | 23% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 59% | 42% | 47% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 81% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 74% | 73% | 76% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 60% | 57% | 49% |
| Waiting time was about right | 67% | 69% | 84% |
| Remote appointment | 30% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 95% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 90% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 92% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 85% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 76% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 65% | 79% | 72% |
| Supported by local services | 67% | 70% | 67% |
| Discussed managing condition | 59% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 56% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 96 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 | 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 24 January 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 56 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RG
- Phone
- 01223 361611
- Website
- www.trumpingtonstreetmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Cam Medical PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D81013 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Trumpington Medical Practice at Clay Farm
- The Clay Farm Centre, Hobson Square, Hobson Avenue, Trumpington, Cambridge, CB2 9FN
Access and facilities
- Wheelchair access
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 28 July 2016
This rating is 10 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 | 5.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 2.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 7.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 5.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 63% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 77% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 69% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trumpington Street Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 50 | 66% | 76% | Yes |
| Bridge Street Medical CentreCambridge, CB2 3LS | 0.4 miles | 63 | 67% | 74% | Yes |
| Newnham Walk SurgeryCambridge, CB3 9HS | 0.4 miles | 79 | 82% | 85% | Yes |
| Lensfield Medical PracticeCambridge, CB2 1EH | 0.4 miles | 73 | 84% | 87% | Yes |
| Woodlands SurgeryCambridge, CB2 1LR | 0.6 miles | 86 | 75% | 84% | Yes |
| Petersfield Medical PracticeCambridge, CB1 2AB | 0.7 miles | 46 | 61% | 79% | Yes |
| Huntingdon Road SurgeryCambridge, CB3 0DB | 0.9 miles | 18 | 56% | 70% | Yes |
| Cambridge Access SurgeryCambridge, CB5 8HB | 1.0 miles | 83 | 94% | 81% | Yes |
| Red House SurgeryCambridge, CB4 1ER | 1.0 miles | 62 | 51% | 81% | Yes |
| York Street Medical PracticeCambridge, CB1 2PY | 1.0 miles | 69 | 64% | 82% | Yes |
Bridge Street Medical Centre is 0.4 miles away, scores 63 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Trumpington Street Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Trumpington Street Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01223 361611.
How do patients rate Trumpington Street Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 76% of patients at Trumpington Street Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 66% 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 Trumpington Street Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Trumpington Street Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 28 July 2016).
What are the opening times of Trumpington Street Medical Practice?
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 24 January 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Trumpington Street Medical Practice?
Call 01223 361611 or visit its website, www.trumpingtonstreetmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 56 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RG.
Does Trumpington Street Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Trumpington Street Medical Practice also runs Trumpington Medical Practice at Clay Farm (The Clay Farm Centre, Hobson Square, Hobson Avenue, Trumpington, Cambridge, CB2 9FN). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Trumpington Street Medical Practice?
Around 21,302 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Cam Medical 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.