- Address
- Tavistock, PL19 8LD
- Run by
- Livewell Southwest
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- South West, England
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Waiting times at Livewell Southwest
98% waiting under 18 weeks. 65 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elderly medicine | 2 weeks | 100% | 24 | 7 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 Livewell Southwest, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 9.7 miles |
| Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 9.7 miles |
| Bodmin Treatment Centre | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Requires improvement | 26 miles |
| Mount Stuart Hospital | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 28 miles |
| Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 30 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
- Derriford Hospital, Plymouth (10 miles)
- Torbay Hospital, Torquay (27 miles)
- Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Exeter (30 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Tavistock Community Hospital?
At Livewell Southwest, which runs Tavistock Community Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 5 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 98% had waited under 18 weeks. Elderly medicine had the most people waiting (24). These figures cover the whole of Livewell Southwest, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Tavistock 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 Tavistock Community Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital, about 10 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.