NHS Paediatrics Referral Waiting Times in Uxbridge

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

11 weeks

That's 2½ months

The NHS Paediatrics waiting list at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has 1,065 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 11 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Paediatrics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 12 places in the national league for this department's; now 53 out of 118 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
11.1weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▼ -3.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.1k
▲ +45
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,065
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
29 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
22 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.

No change

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 paediatrician is about 12 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 53rd out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 7th out of 18 in London

What does Paediatrics cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Developmental assessments
Childhood asthma
Growth concerns
Behavioural assessments (ADHD, autism)
Paediatric allergies
Childhood eczema
Recurrent infections
Bed-wetting (enuresis)

Hospital contact

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

Pield Heath Road, Uxbridge, UB8 3NN
01895 238282
NHS North West London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Paediatrics waiting list at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 1,065 patients on its Paediatrics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 11 weeks.

Does The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Paediatrics?

About 67% of Paediatrics patients at The Hillingdon Hospitals 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 Paediatrics 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 Paediatrics 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.