NHS Urology Referral Waiting Times in Blackburn

Beardwood Hospital

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a urologist is

8 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

The NHS Urology waiting list at Beardwood Hospital currently has 169 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Urology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Beardwood Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North West region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.8 week shorter than in June 2025. It's moved up 16 places in the national league for this department's; now 33 out of 203 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
7.6weeks
▼ -0.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▼ -3.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
169
▼ -34
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
169
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
31 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
23 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.

▼ -0.8 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 faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 33rd out of 203 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 7th out of 30 in North West

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.

Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 7AE
01254 507607
NHS Lancashire And South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Urology waiting list at Beardwood Hospital?

Beardwood Hospital currently has about 169 patients on its Urology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 8 weeks.

Does Beardwood Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Urology?

About 75% of Urology patients at Beardwood Hospital 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.