- Address
- Portsmouth, PO4 8LD
- Run by
- Solent NHS Trust
- Type
- Specialist
- Region
- South East, England
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Waiting times
NHS England's latest consultant-led waiting time figures (July 2026) don't include Solent NHS Trust, so we can't show waits for this hospital. Ask your GP or the hospital about current waits for your treatment. Our NHS waiting times guide explains how waits work.
Waiting times at nearby NHS hospitals
In England you can usually choose which hospital you're referred to, so it's worth comparing.
| Hospital | Typical wait | Under 18 weeks | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Alexandra Hospital Portsmouth |
13 weeks | 61% | 4 miles |
| St Richard's Hospital Chichester |
16 weeks | 53% | 13 miles |
| St Mary's Hospital Newport |
12 weeks | 66% | 13 miles |
| Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital Bognor Regis |
14 weeks | 58% | 16 miles |
| Royal South Hants Hospital Southampton |
12 weeks | 65% | 17 miles |
| Princess Anne Hospital Southampton |
12 weeks | 65% | 19 miles |
Typical wait across all specialties for each hospital's trust or health board. "Not published" means the latest official figures don't include that hospital's trust. Tap a hospital to see waits by specialty.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, St Mary's Portsmouth | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 1.8 miles |
| Spire Portsmouth Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 6.1 miles |
| Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital | Nuffield Health | Outstanding | 13 miles |
| Practice Plus Group Hospital, Southampton | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 17 miles |
| Spire Southampton Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 19 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
- Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth (4 miles)
- St Richard's Hospital, Chichester (13 miles)
- St Mary's Hospital, Newport (13 miles)
- Southampton General Hospital, Southampton (19 miles)
- Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester (22 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are waiting times at St James' Hospital?
We don't have published waiting time figures for Solent NHS Trust at the moment. Ask your GP or the hospital about current waits for your treatment, or compare waits at nearby NHS hospitals. Check waiting times at nearby NHS hospitals →
Can I choose to be treated at St James' 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 St James' Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, St Mary's Portsmouth, about 2 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.