NHS Mental Health Referral Waiting Times in London

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a mental health specialist is

8 weeks

That's 2 months

The NHS Mental Health waiting list at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has 894 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 Mental Health patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital are about 4.4 weeks shorter than in June 2025. It's moved up 2 places in the national league for this department's; now 10 out of 14 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
8weeks
▼ -4.4 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +4.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
894
▲ +304
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
8 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
894
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
41 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.

▼ -4.4 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 mental health specialist is about 7 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 10th out of 14 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 3rd out of 4 in London

What does Mental Health cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Anxiety disorders
Depression
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Eating disorders
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Bipolar disorder
Personality disorders
Psychosis assessment

Hospital contact

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

250 Euston Road, London, NW1 2PG
020 3456 7890
NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Mental Health waiting list at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 894 patients on its Mental Health waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 8 weeks.

Does University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Mental Health?

About 78% of Mental Health patients at University College London 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 Mental Health 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 Mental Health 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.