Across all departments, most patients wait about
15 weeks
That's roughly 3½ months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 2.4 weeks shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Wolverhampton Acute Services Unit
Hospital sites at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Cannock Chase Hospital Hospital Liason 1 Hospital Liason 2 New Cross Hospital Nuffield Hospital Stafford Hospital Walsall Manor Hospital West Park Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust?
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust currently has about 77,558 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 15 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS 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 The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust?
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01902 307999. 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.