Across all departments, most patients wait about
14 weeks
That's roughly just over 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 3.4 weeks shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
South Bedfordshire General Hospital & Maternity Services UnitBedford Hospital NHS Trust
Hospital sites at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Bedford Hospital South Wing Harpenden Memorial Hospital Luton & Dunstable Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 84,432 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 14 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).
How do I contact Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01582 491166. Ask to be connected to the relevant department or clinic.
Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?
Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP before accepting a referral.