Harbour Hospital NHS Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Harbour Hospital currently has 182 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 11 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10).

Independent Sector South West Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 11 weeks

That's roughly nearly 3 months: 8 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital are about 3.5 weeks longer than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
11.4weeks
▲ +3.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +6.1 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
182
▲ +22
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address St. Marys Road, Poole, BH15 2BH
Phone 01202 244200
Integrated Care Board NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board
Established 2003

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

BMI The Harbour Hospital

Waiting time trend

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

▲ +3.5 wks

Department waiting times

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Harbour Hospital?

Harbour Hospital currently has about 182 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 11 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Harbour Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 8 in 10 patients at Harbour Hospital are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).

How do I contact Harbour Hospital?

Harbour Hospital can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01202 244200. 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.