Across all departments, most patients wait about
5 weeks
That's roughly 1 month:
10 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 0.9 week shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Wakefield And Pontefract Community Health NHS TrustDewsbury Health Care NHS Trust
Hospital sites at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Castleford & Normanton District Hospital Fieldhead Hospital Kendray Hospital Mount Vernon Hospital St Lukes Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust?
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 4,127 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 5 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 10 in 10 patients at South West Yorkshire Partnership 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 South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust?
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01924 316000. 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.