GP surgery in Teignbridge
Westbank Practice
The Limes Surgery, Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8DF
Scores 97 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 97% of patients say their experience is good and 91% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 97
- Easy to get through on the phone96
- Easy to contact online95
- Good experience of getting in touch99
- Did not wait too long for the appointment89
Quality of care 95
- Patients rate the surgery as good98
- Patients got what they needed88
- Doctors and nurses listen96
- Patients trust the staff87
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done46
- Meets NHS clinical targets78
- Children vaccinated on time95
What patients say
101 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
91%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
97%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+6
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 97%
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 | 91% | 57% | 92% |
| Easy to contact via website | 82% | 58% | 93% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 86% | 54% | 84% |
| Reception staff helpful | 100% | 85% | 98% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 40% | 31% | 40% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 42% | 42% | 67% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 96% | 84% | 96% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 97% | 73% | 92% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 87% | 57% | 80% |
| Waiting time was about right | 86% | 69% | 86% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 7% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 97% | 87% | 98% |
| Treated with care and concern | 96% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 85% |
| Had all the information needed | 100% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 100% | 92% | 95% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 97% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 91% | 79% | 88% |
| Supported by local services | 87% | 70% | 82% |
| Discussed managing condition | 51% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 65% | 46% | 32% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 101 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 | 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 11 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Limes Surgery, Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8DF
- Phone
- 01626 890368
- Website
- www.westbankpractice.com
- 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
- L83041 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Westbank Practice Starcross Surgery
- The Surgery, Church Street, Starcross, Exeter, EX6 8PZ
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 14 December 2017
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 | 17.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 13.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 81% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 65% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 71% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 61% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 67% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbank Practicethis surgery | – | 97 | 91% | 97% | Yes |
| Topsham SurgeryExeter, EX3 0EN | 1.4 miles | 74 | 74% | 80% | Yes |
| Ide Lane SurgeryExeter, EX2 8UP | 2.3 miles | 73 | 60% | 87% | Yes |
| Wonford Green SurgeryExeter, EX2 6NF | 2.4 miles | 76 | 63% | 91% | Yes |
| South Lawn Medical PracticeExeter, EX1 2RX | 3.1 miles | 60 | 65% | 86% | Yes |
| Heavitree PracticeExeter, EX1 2RX | 3.1 miles | 94 | 99% | 98% | Yes |
| Hill Barton SurgeryExeter, EX1 3EN | 3.1 miles | 56 | 81% | 82% | Yes |
| Barnfield Hill SurgeryExeter, EX1 1SR | 3.3 miles | 87 | 88% | 91% | Yes |
| Southernhay House SurgeryExeter, EX1 1RX | 3.3 miles | 58 | 76% | 82% | Yes |
| St Thomas Medical GroupExeter, EX4 1HJ | 3.3 miles | 41 | 56% | 75% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Westbank Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Westbank Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01626 890368.
How do patients rate Westbank Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 97% of patients at Westbank Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 91% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 97 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Westbank Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Westbank Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 14 December 2017).
What are the opening times of Westbank 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 11 December 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Westbank Practice?
Call 01626 890368 or visit its website, www.westbankpractice.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Limes Surgery, Church Stile, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8DF.
Does Westbank Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Westbank Practice also runs Westbank Practice Starcross Surgery (The Surgery, Church Street, Starcross, Exeter, EX6 8PZ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Westbank Practice?
Around 9,171 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.