Woodlands Hospital NHS Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Woodlands Hospital currently has 2,510 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 8 weeks from GP referral. About 8 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 6 have been waiting over a year.

Independent Sector North East and Yorkshire Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 8 weeks

That's roughly nearly 2 months: 8 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital are about 1.9 weeks shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
8weeks
▼ -1.9 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
8in 10
▲ +3.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
2.5k
▲ +328
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
6
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Morton Park Way, Darlington, DL1 4PL
Integrated Care Board NHS North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
Established 2008

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Woodlands Hospital

Waiting time trend

Median wait across all departments at this hospital, month by month.

▼ -1.9 wks

Department waiting times

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Woodlands Hospital?

Woodlands Hospital currently has about 2,510 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 8 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Woodlands Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 8 in 10 patients at Woodlands Hospital are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).

How do I contact Woodlands Hospital?

Woodlands Hospital can be contacted via their main switchboard. 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.