Across all departments, most patients wait about
13 weeks
That's roughly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 2.7 weeks shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Eastbourne Hospitals NHS TrustHastings And Rother NHS Trust
Hospital sites at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Amberstone Hospital (Site) Bexhill Hospital Conquest Hospital Crowborough War Memorial Hospital Eastbourne District General Hospital Esperance Private Hospital Hawkhurst Hospital Lewes Victoria Hospital Uckfield Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust?
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust currently has about 59,724 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 13 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at East Sussex Healthcare NHS 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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust?
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01424 755255. 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.