- Address
- Port Talbot, SA12 7BX
- Run by
- Swansea Bay University Health Board
- Type
- Major/district general hospital
- Region
- Swansea Bay University Health Board, Wales
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Waiting times at Swansea Bay University Health Board
69% waiting under 26 weeks. 93,863 people on the list.
66% under 26 weeks. The Welsh Government's target is for 95% of patients to wait less than 26 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 26 weeks | People waiting | Wales average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 33 weeks | 43% | 14,030 | 30 weeks longer |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 21 weeks | 59% | 8,443 | 23 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 28 weeks | 47% | 6,989 | 23 weeks longer |
| Gynaecology | 18 weeks | 64% | 6,532 | 18 weeks |
| General surgery | 17 weeks | 64% | 6,288 | 20 weeks shorter |
| Diagnostic tests | 5 weeks | 100% | 6,053 | 5 weeks |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 20 weeks | 58% | 5,754 | 20 weeks |
| Plastic surgery | 21 weeks | 59% | 5,590 | 20 weeks |
| Gastroenterology | 14 weeks | 76% | 5,143 | 18 weeks shorter |
| Dermatology | 11 weeks | 85% | 4,508 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Therapies (physio, OT and similar) | 4 weeks | 100% | 3,889 | 4 weeks |
| Neurology | 9 weeks | 94% | 3,418 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Cardiology | 14 weeks | 75% | 3,291 | 14 weeks |
| Urology | 11 weeks | 78% | 2,335 | 18 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory medicine | 6 weeks | 99% | 1,979 | 11 weeks shorter |
| General medicine | 11 weeks | 91% | 1,603 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Vascular surgery | 16 weeks | 77% | 1,375 | 16 weeks |
| Elderly medicine | 16 weeks | 69% | 1,246 | 12 weeks longer |
| Orthodontics | 24 weeks | 55% | 1,087 | 22 weeks longer |
| Paediatrics | 6 weeks | 98% | 1,060 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Endocrinology | 5 weeks | 100% | 807 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Haematology | 7 weeks | 98% | 643 | 9 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 10 weeks | 95% | 540 | 20 weeks shorter |
| Restorative dentistry | 14 weeks | 95% | 440 | 19 weeks shorter |
| Cardiothoracic surgery | 11 weeks | 81% | 317 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Nephrology | 5 weeks | 100% | 231 | 11 weeks shorter |
"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 Swansea Bay University Health Board, not just this hospital. Source: StatsWales, NHS waiting lists: referral to treatment, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rushcliffe Independent Hospital Aberavon | Rushcliffe Independent Hospitals | — | 0.0 miles |
| Sancta Maria Hospital | HMT | — | 6.3 miles |
| Rushcliffe Independent Hospital (Aberdare) | Rushcliffe Independent Hospitals | — | 16 miles |
| Nuffield Health The Vale Hospital | Nuffield Health | — | 18 miles |
| Priory Hospital Cardiff | Priory Group | — | 25 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 → |
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Inguinal hernia repair | £3,000–£5,500 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Morriston Hospital, Swansea (7 miles)
- Singleton Hospital, Swansea (9 miles)
- Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend (12 miles)
- Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli (16 miles)
- Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant (18 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Neath Port Talbot Hospital?
At Swansea Bay University Health Board, which runs Neath Port Talbot Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 15 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 69% had waited under 26 weeks. Orthopaedics (bones and joints) had the most people waiting (14,030). These figures cover the whole of Swansea Bay University Health Board, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Where is the nearest private hospital to Neath Port Talbot Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Rushcliffe Independent Hospital Aberavon, 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 Wales's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.