Across all departments, most patients wait about
13 weeks
That's roughly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 1.1 week shorter than in August 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Portsmouth Hospitals Unit
Hospital sites at Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service Trust
Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Alton Community Hospital Andover War Memorial Hospital Basingstoke Hospital Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital Chase Community Hospital Emsworth Hospital Fareham Community Hospital Gosport War Memorial Hospital Havant War Memorial Hospital Lymington New Forest Hospital Petersfield Community Hospital Queen Alexandra Hospital Royal Hampshire County Hospital Royal South Hants Hospital Salisbury District Hospital Southampton General Hospital St James Hospital St Mary's Hospital St Richard's Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service Trust?
Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service Trust currently has about 57,574 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 13 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service 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 Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service Trust?
Portsmouth Hospitals University National Health Service Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 023 9228 6000. 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.