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Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust currently has 31,012 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 126 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust South West Updated August 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 12 weeks

That's roughly nearly 3 months: 7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since August 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
11.7weeks
â–¼ -0.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
â–² +3.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
31k
â–² +964
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
126
â–¼ -83
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Salisbury District Hospital, Odstock Road, Salisbury, SP2 8BJ
Phone 01722 336262
Integrated Care Board NHS Bath And North East Somerset, Swindon And Wiltshire Integrated Care Board
Established 1994

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Salisbury Health Care Unit

Waiting time trend

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

â–¼ -0.5 wks

Department waiting times

Cardiology

11 weeks
69% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

32 weeks
13% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

15 weeks
57% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

11 weeks
73% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

10 weeks
76% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

13 weeks
66% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

12 weeks
70% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

10 weeks
80% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

15 weeks
60% within 18 weeks

Mental Health

5 weeks
89% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

14 weeks
59% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

10 weeks
74% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

12 weeks
66% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

11 weeks
73% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

12 weeks
66% within 18 weeks

Urology

10 weeks
80% within 18 weeks

Hospital sites at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

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

Fordingbridge Hospital Salisbury District Hospital Westminster Memorial Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust?

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 31,012 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 12 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 7 in 10 patients at Salisbury 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 Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust?

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01722 336262. 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