NHS Neurology Referral Waiting Times in Harlow

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Updated April 2026

The typical wait to see a neurologist is

11 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The NHS Neurology waiting list at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust currently has 1,145 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 11 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Neurology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 1 have been waiting over a year. The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the East of England region. Waits at this hospital are about 9 weeks shorter than in April 2025. It's moved up 38 places in the national league for this department's; now 34 out of 92 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Apr 25Apr 26
Typical wait
11.4weeks
▼ -9 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +23.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.1k
▼ -787
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
▼ -85
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,145
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
26 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
1 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

1waiting over 1.5 years (78+ weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▼ -9 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 neurologist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 34th out of 92 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 4th out of 13 in East of England

What does Neurology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Epilepsy and seizures
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Migraine and headaches
Parkinson's disease
Stroke follow-up
Neuropathy (nerve damage)
Tremor investigation
Memory problems
Dizziness and vertigo

Hospital contact

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

Hamstel Road, Harlow, CM20 1QX
01279 444455
NHS Hertfordshire And West Essex Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Neurology waiting list at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust?

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust currently has about 1,145 patients on its Neurology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 11 weeks.

Does The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Neurology?

About 70% of Neurology patients at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Neurology 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 Neurology 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.