NHS Neurology Referral Waiting Times in Guildford

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a neurologist is

14 weeks

That's just over 3 months

The NHS Neurology waiting list at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust currently has 762 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 14 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Neurology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 15 have been waiting over a year. Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 11 weeks shorter than in April 2025. It's moved up 30 places in the national league for this department's; now 61 out of 92 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
14.4weeks
▼ -11 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▲ +23.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
762
▼ -257
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
15
▼ -32
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
762
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
34 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
15 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months

Wait time over time

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

▼ -11 wks

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 13 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 61st out of 92 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 9th out of 16 in South East

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.

Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX
01483 571122
NHS Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Neurology waiting list at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust?

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 762 patients on its Neurology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 14 weeks.

Does Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Neurology?

About 56% of Neurology patients at Royal Surrey 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.