NHS Urology Referral Waiting Times in Thornton Heath

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a urologist is

7 weeks

That's 1½ months

The NHS Urology waiting list at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust currently has 1,474 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 7 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Urology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 1 have been waiting over a year. Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital are about 1.9 weeks shorter than in February 2025. It's moved up 19 places in the national league for this department's; now 33 out of 202 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
6.9weeks
▼ -1.9 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▲ +1.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.5k
▼ -405
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,474
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
24 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
1 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
144 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

1waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▼ -1.9 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 202 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 4th out of 30 in London

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.

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 Urology waiting list at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust?

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust currently has about 1,474 patients on its Urology 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 Urology?

About 86% of Urology 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 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.