How long is the NHS wait for hip replacement surgery in Brighton?

The current median NHS wait for hip replacement surgery in Brighton (across 0 NHS trusts) is approximately 15 weeks. The 92nd percentile (long-tail) wait can extend to 39 weeks. There are 0 patients currently waiting on the Trauma & Orthopaedics pathway across these trusts.

Where can I get hip replacement surgery privately in Brighton?

Brighton has private hospitals operated by Spire Healthcare, Nuffield Health, Circle Health, and HCA Healthcare among others. Private hip replacement surgery typically costs £11,000–£16,500 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 hip replacement surgery?

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 Brighton NHS trust has the shortest wait?

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is the main NHS trust serving Brighton for this procedure, with a current median wait of 0 weeks.

Can I be referred to an NHS trust outside Brighton 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.

Hip replacement surgery in Brighton: NHS wait vs private cost

The NHS waiting list for hip replacement surgery in Brighton is approximately 15 weeks (national specialty median — Brighton trusts have not yet published this month's data). Private treatment typically costs £13,000, ranging from £11,000 to £16,500.

NHS

Around the national average

15 weeks

Median wait in Brighton

92nd percentile wait:: 39 weeks
Patients waiting:: 0

Free at the point of use. Specialty-level data covering Trauma & Orthopaedics.

Private

Days, not weeks

£13,000

Typical UK private price

Lowest published:: £11,000
Highest published:: £16,500
Typical wait:: 2–4 weeks

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

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Important context

NHS waiting-time figures are published at trust or specialty level and private prices are indicative ranges. Local eligibility, referral route, clinical urgency, provider package and insurance status can change the real-world choice. TreatCompare is for comparison only and is not medical, legal or financial advice.

Source type: Official NHS waiting-time data and private price model
Primary source: NHS England Referral to Treatment waiting-time data
Reporting period: Mar 2026
Last updated: 2026-05-22
Figure type: Mixed sources
Use: Research and comparison only

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Is going private worth it for hip replacement surgery?

Adjust the wait and quote to estimate weeks saved, cost per week saved and simple monthly equivalents.

12 weeks saved

NHS wait

15 wk

Private quote

Private wait

3 wk

Time saved

12 weeks

Cost per week saved

£1,083

Monthly equivalent

£1,083/mo

or £542/mo over 24 months

This is a planning aid only. Actual quotes, insurance coverage and finance terms vary by provider.

Showing national average: Brighton's NHS trust (University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust) did not publish Trauma & Orthopaedics waiting time data in the latest NHS England RTT extract (Mar 2026). The figures above are the England-wide median for trauma & orthopaedics and will refresh automatically when the next monthly extract is published.

Hip replacement surgery in Brighton: FAQs

How much does private hip replacement surgery cost in Brighton?

Private hip replacement surgery typically costs Â£11,000-Â£16,500 in the UK, with a typical self-pay price around Â£13,000. Local quotes in Brighton can vary depending on consultant fee, hospital fee, anaesthetic, follow-up and any implants or lens options.

How long is the NHS wait in Brighton?

The current median NHS wait for hip replacement surgery in Brighton is approximately 15 weeks, with a 92nd percentile wait of 39 weeks across the local Trauma & Orthopaedics pathway.

What should I ask a private provider before paying?

Ask for an itemised quote showing consultant assessment, hospital fee, anaesthetic or sedation, treatment materials, follow-up appointments, cancellation terms and whether complications or revisions are covered.