NHS Paediatrics Referral Waiting Times in Southampton

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

12 weeks

That's nearly 3 months

The NHS Paediatrics waiting list at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust currently has 6,525 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 12 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 Paediatrics patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 141 have been waiting over a year. University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the South East region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.6 week shorter than in February 2025. It's slipped down 8 places in the national league for this department's; now 64 out of 118 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
11.9weeks
▼ -0.6 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
▲ +1.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
6.5k
▼ -354
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
141
▲ +76
Been on the list for 12+ months
7 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
6,525
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
40 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
141 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
571 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

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

140waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
1waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▼ -0.6 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 paediatrician is about 12 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 64th out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 12th out of 18 in South East

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.

Southampton General Hospital, Southampton, SO16 6YD
023 8077 7222
NHS Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Paediatrics waiting list at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust?

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 6,525 patients on its Paediatrics waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 12 weeks.

Does University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Paediatrics?

About 66% of Paediatrics patients at University Hospital Southampton 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.