Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has 61,846 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 15 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 874 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust North West Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 15 weeks

That's roughly just over 3 months: 6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital are about 1.8 weeks shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
14.7weeks
â–¼ -1.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
â–² +4.3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
62k
â–¼ -8.4k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
874
â–¼ -1.5k
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Prescot Street, Liverpool, L7 8XP
Phone 0151 706 2000
Integrated Care Board NHS Cheshire And Merseyside Integrated Care Board
Established 1992

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Fazakerley Hospital UnitRoyal Liverpool And Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust

Waiting time trend

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

â–¼ -1.8 wks

Department waiting times

Hospital sites at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

Arrowe Park Hospital (Site) Ashworth Hospital Healthcare Registry Broadgreen Hospital Dental Hospital Halton General Hospital Knutsford & District Community Hospital Leighton Hospital Liverpool Women's Hospital Noble's Hospital Ormskirk & District General Hospital Rathbone Hospital Royal Liverpool University Dental Hospital Royal Liverpool University Hospital Spire Hospitals St Helens Hospital St. Catherine's Hospital University Hospital Aintree University Hospital Aintree Outposted Nephrology Clinic Victoria Central Hospital Walton Hospital Warrington Hospital (Site) Waterloo Day Hospital Whiston Hospital (Site)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 61,846 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 15 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 6 in 10 patients at Liverpool 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 Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0151 706 2000. 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.