Across all departments, most patients wait about
16 weeks
That's roughly nearly 4 months:
5 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Great Yarmouth & Waveney Acute Provider Unit
Hospital sites at James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Beccles & District Hospital James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Hospital Northgate Hospital Patrick Stead Hospital Southwold Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 33,120 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 16 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 5 in 10 patients at James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation 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 James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01493 452452. 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.