Across all departments, most patients wait about
14 weeks
That's roughly just over 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since April 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Royal Hull Hospitals NHS TrustEast Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Hospital sites at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Alfred Bean Hospital Bridlington Hospital Castle Hill Hospital Diana Princess Of Wales Hospital - Grimsby Goole District Hospital Hornsea Cottage Hospital Malton, Norton & District Hospital Princess Royal Hospital Scarborough Hospital Scunthorpe General Hospital Spire Hull And East Riding Hospitals Spire Methley Park Hospital The East Riding Community Hospital Withernsea Hospital York Teaching Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 83,615 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 14 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Hull University Teaching Hospitals 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 Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust?
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01482 875875. 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.