NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in Peterborough

The Hamptons Hospital Ltd

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

30 weeks

That's 7 months

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at The Hamptons Hospital Ltd currently has 98 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 30 weeks from GP referral. About 4 in 10 Cardiology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 4 have been waiting over a year. The Hamptons Hospital Ltd is an Independent Sector provider in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital are about 22.5 weeks longer than in April 2025. It's slipped down 113 places in the national league for this department's; now 129 out of 130 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
30.5weeks
▲ +22.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
4in 10
▼ -56.4 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
98
▼ -77
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
4
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
4 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
98
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
49 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
4 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
1 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

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

▲ +22.5 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 cardiologist is about 12 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 129th out of 130 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th out of 16 in East of England

What does Cardiology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Chest pain investigation
Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia)
Heart failure management
Angiogram and angioplasty
Echocardiogram
High blood pressure
Heart murmur assessment
Palpitations
Post-heart attack follow-up

Hospital contact

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

Cygnet Road, Peterborough, PE7 8FD
NHS Cambridgeshire And Peterborough Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Cardiology waiting list at The Hamptons Hospital Ltd?

The Hamptons Hospital Ltd currently has about 98 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 30 weeks.

Does The Hamptons Hospital Ltd meet the NHS 18-week target for Cardiology?

About 37% of Cardiology patients at The Hamptons Hospital Ltd are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Cardiology 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 Cardiology 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.