NHS Neurology Referral Waiting Times in Thornton Heath

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a neurologist is

7 weeks

That's nearly 2 months

The NHS Neurology waiting list at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust currently has 671 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 7 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Neurology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.8 week longer than in February 2025. It's slipped down 3 places in the national league for this department's; now 9 out of 94 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
7.4weeks
▲ +0.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▲ +1.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
671
▲ +31
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
671
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
17 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

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 neurologist is about 14 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 9th out of 94 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 2nd out of 17 in London

What does Neurology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Epilepsy and seizures
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Migraine and headaches
Parkinson's disease
Stroke follow-up
Neuropathy (nerve damage)
Tremor investigation
Memory problems
Dizziness and vertigo

Hospital contact

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

Croydon University Hospital, Thornton Heath, CR7 7YE
020 8401 3000
NHS South West London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Neurology waiting list at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust?

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust currently has about 671 patients on its Neurology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 7 weeks.

Does Croydon Health Services NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Neurology?

About 94% of Neurology patients at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Neurology 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 Neurology 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.