NHS Neurology Referral Waiting Times in Westcliff-on-sea

Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a neurologist is

18 weeks

That's just over 4 months

The NHS Neurology waiting list at Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust currently has 5,806 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 18 weeks from GP referral. About 5 in 10 Neurology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 135 have been waiting over a year. Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 12 places in the national league for this department's; now 76 out of 94 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
18.5weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
No change
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
5.8k
▼ -173
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
135
▼ -217
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
5,806
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
42 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
135 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
26 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

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

115waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
17waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)
3waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

No change

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 neurologist is about 14 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 76th out of 94 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 11th out of 13 in East of England

What does Neurology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Epilepsy and seizures
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Migraine and headaches
Parkinson's disease
Stroke follow-up
Neuropathy (nerve damage)
Tremor investigation
Memory problems
Dizziness and vertigo

Hospital contact

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

Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-sea, SS0 0RY
01702 435555
NHS Mid And South Essex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Neurology waiting list at Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust?

Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 5,806 patients on its Neurology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 18 weeks.

Does Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Neurology?

About 49% of Neurology patients at Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Neurology wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Neurology waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

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