Mental Health Department Waiting Times in Lincoln

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a mental health specialist is

6 weeks

That's just over 1 month

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 36 people waiting to see a mental health specialist, with a typical wait of about just over 1 month. 89% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

89 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
36
people on the waiting list
32 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
2 people
have been waiting over a year

Long waiter breakdown

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

1waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 mental health specialist is about 10 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 5th out of 14 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 1st out of 3 in Midlands

What does Mental Health cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Anxiety disorders
Depression
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Eating disorders
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Bipolar disorder
Personality disorders
Psychosis assessment

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard — ask to be connected to the department.

St George's, Lincoln, LN1 1FS
01522 309200
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Mental Health waiting time at Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Mental Health waiting time at Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is about 6 weeks.

How does Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Mental Health?

You can compare Mental Health waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.