North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust currently has 78,171 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 14 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 566 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust East of England Updated February 2026

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 are about 2.4 weeks shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
14.3weeks
â–¼ -2.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
â–² +6.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
78k
â–² +1.1k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
566
â–¼ -1.9k
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Bretton, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ
Phone 01733 874000
Integrated Care Board NHS Cambridgeshire And Peterborough Integrated Care Board
Established 1993

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Peterborough Hospitals UnitHinchingbrooke Health Care NHS Trust

Waiting time trend

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

â–¼ -2.4 wks

Department waiting times

Cardiology

15 weeks
56% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

16 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

16 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

9 weeks
76% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

13 weeks
62% within 18 weeks

General Medicine

12 weeks
74% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

14 weeks
61% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

15 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Neurology

17 weeks
51% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

15 weeks
58% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

19 weeks
48% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

11 weeks
76% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

15 weeks
58% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

7 weeks
77% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

12 weeks
67% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

16 weeks
55% within 18 weeks

Urology

13 weeks
63% within 18 weeks

Hospital sites at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

Community Hospitals Doddington Hospital Hinchingbrooke Hospital Johnson Hospital Peterborough City Hospital Peterborough District Hospital Princess Of Wales Hospital Stamford & Rutland Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust?

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 78,171 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 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 6 in 10 patients at North West Anglia 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 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust?

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01733 874000. 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.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics. about our methodology