How long is the NHS wait for colonoscopy in Bradford?

The current median NHS wait for colonoscopy in Bradford (across 1 NHS trust) is approximately 12 weeks. The 92nd percentile (long-tail) wait can extend to 33 weeks. There are 1,235 patients currently waiting on the Gastroenterology pathway across these trusts.

Where can I get colonoscopy privately in Bradford?

Bradford has private hospitals operated by Spire Healthcare, Nuffield Health, Circle Health, and HCA Healthcare among others. Private colonoscopy typically costs £1,300–£2,800 in the UK. Most private hospitals offer consultation packages where you can be assessed within days. Ask your GP for a referral letter or self-refer directly.

Will going private affect my NHS care for colonoscopy?

No. You can self-fund private treatment without affecting your NHS care or losing your place on the NHS waiting list. Many patients use private providers to access faster surgery while keeping the NHS option as a backup.

Which Bradford NHS trust has the shortest wait?

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the main NHS trust serving Bradford for this procedure, with a current median wait of 12 weeks.

Can I be referred to an NHS trust outside Bradford for a faster wait?

Yes. Under the NHS Patient Choice rules, you have the right to ask your GP to refer you to any NHS trust in England — not just the one closest to your home. If a trust elsewhere has a shorter waiting list, you can request a referral there. Travel costs are your own responsibility.

Colonoscopy in Bradford: NHS wait vs private cost

The NHS waiting list for colonoscopy in Bradford has a median wait of 12 weeks across 1 NHS trust serving the area. Private treatment typically costs £1,850, ranging from £1,300 to £2,800.

NHS

Faster than the national average

12 weeks

Median wait in Bradford

92nd percentile wait:: 33 weeks
Patients waiting:: 1,235
Seen within 18 weeks:: 829%

Free at the point of use. Specialty-level data covering Gastroenterology.

Private

Days, not weeks

£1,850

Typical UK private price

Lowest published:: £1,300
Highest published:: £2,800
Typical wait:: 2–4 weeks

Self-fund or use health insurance. Major UK groups: Spire, Nuffield, Circle, HCA.

NHS trusts serving Bradford

NHS Trust	Median wait	92nd %ile	Patients waiting	< 18 wks
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust RAE	12 wk	33 wk	1,235	829%

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