Royal Shrewsbury Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Last updated just now · sourced from The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Typical Time in Department (AE)
minutes · ~ 29 min
+15 min vs previous reading
Hospital details
- City
- Shrewsbury
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital A&E Wait Times — Last 24 Hours
| Time | Typical Time in Dept | Change | Patients | Total in Dept |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| just now09:35 | 29 min | +15 min(+107%) | — | — |
| 19 min ago09:16 | 14 min | -36 min(-72%) | — | — |
| 58 min ago08:37 | 50 min | +3 min(+6%) | — | — |
| 1h ago08:17 | 47 min | -25 min(-35%) | — | — |
| 1h ago07:36 | 1 hr 12 min | +21 min(+41%) | — | — |
| 2h ago07:13 | 51 min | -20 min(-28%) | — | — |
| 2h ago06:48 | 1 hr 11 min | +40 min(+129%) | — | — |
| 3h ago06:25 | 31 min | -79 min(-72%) | — | — |
| 3h ago05:37 | 1 hr 50 min | -160 min(-59%) | — | — |
| 4h ago05:12 | 4 hr 30 min | 0 min(0%) | — | — |
| 4h ago04:36 | 4 hr 30 min | 0 min(0%) | — | — |
| 5h ago04:14 | 4 hr 30 min | 0 min(0%) | — | — |
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in context
The latest reading puts Royal Shrewsbury Hospital at roughly 29 min. Across West Midlands the typical figure is around 3 hr 7 min. That is comfortably below the area norm, suggesting a relatively quiet department right now.
Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
How long is the queue at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital right now?
The most recent figure shows roughly 29 min (29 minutes) at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital's A&E. This is pulled from the trust's public dashboard and refreshes regularly, but the actual time you wait will depend on how urgently you need treatment and how busy the department is when you arrive.
What are Royal Shrewsbury Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at Royal Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury be faster?
A&E at Royal Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury Hospital?
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital is in Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury 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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~ 49 min
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Leighton Hospital
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~ 11 hr 35 min
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