- Address
- Melksham, SN12 7NZ
- Run by
- Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- South West, England
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Waiting times at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
58% waiting under 18 weeks. 42,820 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 19 weeks | 48% | 5,880 | 14 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 14 weeks | 61% | 4,716 | 13 weeks |
| Gynaecology | 15 weeks | 55% | 3,684 | 14 weeks longer |
| Dermatology | 12 weeks | 63% | 3,648 | 10 weeks longer |
| Gastroenterology | 15 weeks | 56% | 3,509 | 11 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 14 weeks | 58% | 3,478 | 15 weeks |
| Oral surgery | 21 weeks | 43% | 2,987 | 16 weeks longer |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 14 weeks | 61% | 2,935 | 10 weeks longer |
| Urology | 14 weeks | 58% | 2,798 | 12 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 11 weeks | 69% | 1,094 | 12 weeks |
| Respiratory medicine | 15 weeks | 57% | 790 | 10 weeks longer |
| Neurology | 7 weeks | 88% | 619 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 5 weeks | 90% | 391 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Plastic surgery | 4 weeks | 87% | 157 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 9 weeks | 84% | 153 | 7 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 Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Devizes | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 6.9 miles |
| Bath Clinic | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 11 miles |
| The Ridgeway Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 17 miles |
| Practice Plus Group Hospital, Emersons Green | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 18 miles |
| Spire Bristol Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 21 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee arthroscopy | £3,500–£6,500 | Price guide → |
| Carpal tunnel release | £1,800–£3,300 per hand | Price guide → |
| Inguinal hernia repair | £3,000–£5,500 | Price guide → |
| Gallbladder removal | £6,500–£10,500 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Royal United Hospital, Bath (10 miles)
- Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol (20 miles)
- Great Western Hospital, Swindon (21 miles)
- Southmead Hospital, Bristol (22 miles)
- Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury (25 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Melksham Community Hospital?
At Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Melksham Community Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 14 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 58% had waited under 18 weeks. Orthopaedics (bones and joints) had the most people waiting (5,880). These figures cover the whole of Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Melksham Community 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 Melksham Community Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Devizes, about 7 miles 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.