- Address
- Orpington, BR6 9JU
- Run by
- Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- London, England
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Waiting times at Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
100% waiting under 18 weeks. 200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gynaecology | 2 weeks | 100% | 200 | 14 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 Oxleas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsfield Park Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 0.0 miles |
| The Sloane Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 5.9 miles |
| The Blackheath Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 7.9 miles |
| Shirley Oaks Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 8.5 miles |
| North Downs Hospital | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 9.2 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI scan | £250–£700 per body part | Price guide → |
| Private consultant appointment | £150–£300 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Princess Royal University Hospital, Farnborough (under 1 mile)
- Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford (8 miles)
- University Hospital Lewisham, Lewisham (8 miles)
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich (8 miles)
- Croydon University Hospital, Thornton Heath (9 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Orpington Hospital?
At Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Orpington Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 2 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 100% had waited under 18 weeks. Gynaecology had the most people waiting (200). These figures cover the whole of Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Orpington 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 Orpington Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Chelsfield Park Hospital, 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.