Paediatrics Department Waiting Times in Hereford

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a paediatrician is

11 weeks

That's 2½ months

Wye Valley NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 235 people waiting to see a paediatrician, with a typical wait of about 2½ months. 73% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

73 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
235
people on the waiting list
32 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
2 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (1% of the list)

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 51st out of 118 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 8th out of 23 in Midlands

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.

County Hospital, Hereford, HR1 2ER
01432 355444
NHS Herefordshire And Worcestershire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Paediatrics waiting time at Wye Valley NHS Trust?

The current average Paediatrics waiting time at Wye Valley NHS Trust is about 11 weeks.

How does Wye Valley NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Paediatrics?

You can compare Paediatrics waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.