NHS Urology Referral Waiting Times in Hull

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a urologist is

30 weeks

That's nearly 7 months

The NHS Urology waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has 23 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 30 weeks from GP referral. About 1 in 10 Urology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North East and Yorkshire region. Waits at this hospital are about 14.3 weeks longer than in February 2025. It's slipped down 51 places in the national league for this department's; now 200 out of 202 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
29.5weeks
▲ +14.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
1in 10
▼ -85 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
23
▼ -29
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
1 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
23
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

Wait time over time

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

▲ +14.3 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 urologist is about 11 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 200th out of 202 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 32nd out of 32 in North East and Yorkshire

What does Urology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Kidney stones
Prostate problems
Bladder issues
Urinary incontinence
Circumcision
Vasectomy
Cystoscopy
Testicular lumps
Overactive bladder

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Lowfield Road, Hull, HU10 7AZ
NHS Humber And North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Urology waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital?

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has about 23 patients on its Urology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 30 weeks.

Does Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Urology?

About 13% of Urology patients at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Urology 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 Urology 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.