Royal Derby Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Last updated — · sourced from University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Typical Time in Department (AE)
No live feed — typical wait
222
minutes · ~ 3 hr 42 min
51% seen within 4 hours
Estimate from NHS England official statistics (August 2026) — not live
Hospital details
- City
- Derby
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Royal Derby Hospital in context
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Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About Royal Derby Hospital
How long is the queue at Royal Derby Hospital right now?
We do not have a current reading for Royal Derby Hospital. Try refreshing later, or ring the hospital switchboard for the latest situation.
What are Royal Derby Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at Royal Derby Hospital runs around the clock — 24 hours, seven days a week, bank holidays included. No appointment is needed; patients are assessed on arrival and seen in order of clinical urgency, not arrival time.
Do I actually need A&E, or could a UTC near Derby be faster?
A&E at Royal Derby Hospital is the right place for anything that could be life-threatening — chest pain, stroke symptoms, uncontrolled bleeding, serious breathing problems or major injuries. For less severe issues (sprains, small cuts, minor fractures, bites, burns), a nearby Urgent Treatment Centre will almost always see you sooner. If you are unsure, ring 111 — they can point you to the best service and sometimes book you a timed slot.
How do I get to Royal Derby Hospital?
Royal Derby Hospital is in Derby. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is Royal Derby Hospital A&E typically quietest?
Nationally, emergency departments see the fewest arrivals between about 6 am and 9 am. Demand tends to peak on Monday mornings, weekday evenings after 6 pm, and on Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving during a quieter window — if your condition allows it — can noticeably cut the time you spend waiting.
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