- Address
- Goodmayes, IG3 8YB
- Run by
- Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
- Type
- Major/district general hospital
- Region
- London, England
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Waiting times at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
69% waiting under 18 weeks. 67,654 people on the list.
65% under 18 weeks. The NHS constitution standard is 92% within 18 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 18 weeks | People waiting | England average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General surgery | 16 weeks | 54% | 7,064 | 13 weeks longer |
| Gynaecology | 18 weeks | 49% | 6,393 | 14 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 13 weeks | 64% | 5,145 | 15 weeks shorter |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 15 weeks | 60% | 4,764 | 14 weeks |
| Urology | 10 weeks | 75% | 4,429 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Cardiology | 11 weeks | 76% | 4,412 | 12 weeks |
| Gastroenterology | 9 weeks | 83% | 4,289 | 11 weeks shorter |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 8 weeks | 84% | 3,755 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Dermatology | 13 weeks | 60% | 3,058 | 10 weeks longer |
| Neurology | 12 weeks | 63% | 2,905 | 13 weeks |
| Respiratory medicine | 6 weeks | 96% | 2,384 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 8 weeks | 80% | 2,355 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Neurosurgery | 11 weeks | 71% | 2,040 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 11 weeks | 73% | 1,196 | 10 weeks |
| Elderly medicine | 7 weeks | 94% | 845 | 7 weeks |
| General medicine | 13 weeks | 76% | 21 | 10 weeks longer |
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far, from referral, for consultant-led treatment. Figures cover the whole of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
A&E waiting times
Across Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust's major A&E departments, August 2026 (13,214 attendances).
The NHS standard is 95% within 4 hours.
Share of patients who spent less than 4 hours in A&E from arrival to admission, transfer or discharge. Source: NHS England, A&E attendances and emergency admissions. In an emergency, call 999.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practice Plus Group Hospital, Ilford | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 0.0 miles |
| Spire London East Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 2.5 miles |
| Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 5.1 miles |
| The Blackheath Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 7.4 miles |
| The London Independent Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 7.6 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Inguinal hernia repair | £3,000–£5,500 | Price guide → |
| Gallbladder removal | £6,500–£10,500 | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee arthroscopy | £3,500–£6,500 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Queen's Hospital, Romford (3 miles)
- Whipps Cross University Hospital, Leytonstone (4 miles)
- Newham University Hospital, Plaistow (4 miles)
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich (6 miles)
- Homerton University Hospital, Homerton (6 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at King George Hospital?
At Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, which runs King George Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 11 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 69% had waited under 18 weeks. General surgery had the most people waiting (7,064). These figures cover the whole of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
How long is the A&E wait at King George Hospital?
In August 2026, 62% of patients at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust's major A&E departments spent less than 4 hours in A&E, against an NHS standard of 95%. If it's not an emergency, NHS 111 can tell you where to go. See A&E waiting times →
Can I choose to be treated at King George Hospital?
In England you usually have a legal right to choose which hospital you're referred to for your first outpatient appointment with a consultant, if you need non-urgent treatment. Ask your GP to refer you, or use the NHS App to compare options.
Where is the nearest private hospital to King George Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Practice Plus Group Hospital, Ilford, about less than 1 mile away by straight-line distance. There are 5 private hospitals within 40 miles on this page. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from England's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.