Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust currently has 14,817 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 10 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust Midlands Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 12 weeks

That's roughly nearly 3 months: 7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital are about 1.2 week shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
11.7weeks
▼ -1.2 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +1.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
15k
▼ -550
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
10
▼ -32
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address 3 Priestley Wharf, Holt Street, Birmingham Science Park, Aston, Birmingham, B7 4BN
Phone 0121 466 6000
Integrated Care Board NHS Birmingham And Solihull Integrated Care Board
Established 2010

Waiting time trend

Median wait across all departments at this hospital, month by month.

▼ -1.2 wks

Department waiting times

Hospital sites at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

Birmingham Dental Hospital Community Unit 3 Good Hope Hospital Moseley Hall Hospital Sutton Cottage Hospital West Heath Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust?

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 14,817 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 12 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 7 in 10 patients at Birmingham Community Healthcare 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 Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust?

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0121 466 6000. 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.