NHS Urology Referral Waiting Times in Barnsley

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a urologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

The NHS Urology waiting list at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 1,250 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Urology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 23 have been waiting over a year. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 28 places in the national league for this department's; now 129 out of 202 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
12.6weeks
▲ +0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▼ -3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.3k
▼ -117
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
23
▲ +21
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,250
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
40 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
23 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
377 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▲ +0.3 wks

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a urologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 129th out of 202 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 21st out of 32 in North East and Yorkshire

What does Urology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Kidney stones
Prostate problems
Bladder issues
Urinary incontinence
Circumcision
Vasectomy
Cystoscopy
Testicular lumps
Overactive bladder

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Gawber Road, Barnsley, S75 2EP
01226 730000
NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Urology waiting list at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 1,250 patients on its Urology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 13 weeks.

Does Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Urology?

About 64% of Urology patients at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Urology wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Urology waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.