- Address
- Southampton, SO14 0YG
- Run by
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- South East, England
Check waiting times ↓ Map and reviews → Phone and opening details →
Waiting times at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
65% waiting under 18 weeks. 64,407 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 11 weeks | 69% | 6,945 | 10 weeks longer |
| Neurology | 15 weeks | 56% | 6,298 | 13 weeks longer |
| Dermatology | 11 weeks | 66% | 5,947 | 10 weeks |
| Gynaecology | 16 weeks | 54% | 4,186 | 14 weeks longer |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 17 weeks | 51% | 4,067 | 14 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 11 weeks | 70% | 3,852 | 12 weeks |
| Oral surgery | 18 weeks | 51% | 2,454 | 16 weeks longer |
| Urology | 14 weeks | 59% | 2,413 | 12 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 12 weeks | 61% | 1,791 | 15 weeks shorter |
| Gastroenterology | 10 weeks | 75% | 1,381 | 11 weeks |
| Neurosurgery | 11 weeks | 67% | 1,128 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory medicine | 8 weeks | 83% | 889 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 8 weeks | 81% | 811 | 10 weeks shorter |
| General surgery | 15 weeks | 57% | 750 | 13 weeks longer |
| Cardiothoracic surgery | 8 weeks | 77% | 505 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 8 weeks | 93% | 305 | 7 weeks |
| General medicine | 7 weeks | 77% | 151 | 10 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 University Hospital Southampton 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 Hospital, Southampton | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 0.0 miles |
| Spire Southampton Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 2.5 miles |
| Nuffield Health Wessex Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 5.4 miles |
| Sarum Road Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 11 miles |
| Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, St Mary's Portsmouth | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 16 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | 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 → |
| Carpal tunnel release | £1,800–£3,300 per hand | Price guide → |
| MRI scan | £250–£700 per body part | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Southampton General Hospital, Southampton (3 miles)
- Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester (11 miles)
- Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth (15 miles)
- St Mary's Hospital, Newport (15 miles)
- Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury (22 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Royal South Hants Hospital?
At University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Royal South Hants Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 12 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 65% had waited under 18 weeks. Ophthalmology (eyes) had the most people waiting (6,945). These figures cover the whole of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Royal South Hants 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 Royal South Hants Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Practice Plus Group Hospital, Southampton, 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.