NHS Good Hope Hospital Live A&E Waiting Times
Also known as: Good Hope, Good Hope Sutton Coldfield
Last updated sourced from University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Hospital details
Sutton Coldfield, B75 7RR
About Good Hope Hospital
Good Hope Hospital is a 512-bed acute teaching hospital on Rectory Road in Sutton Coldfield, north of Birmingham, and is one of four acute sites operated by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB). It serves a catchment of approximately 450,000 people across Sutton Coldfield, Erdington, Mere Green, Four Oaks and the wider areas of north Birmingham, Lichfield, Tamworth and Burntwood in south-east Staffordshire. The 24/7 Emergency Department sits alongside an Emergency Assessment Unit, an Intensive Therapy Unit, a High Dependency Unit, a Coronary Care Unit and a cardiovascular angiography suite, plus maternity, neonatal care, stroke services, paediatrics and a wide range of medical and surgical specialties. Current Good Hope Hospital A&E waiting times are tracked here in real time, sourced from the NHS England feed and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.
Emergency Department (A&E)
This facility is a 24/7 Emergency Department (A&E), providing care for serious and life-threatening conditions. For minor injuries and illnesses, consider a Minor Injuries Unit or Urgent Treatment Centre, or call NHS 111 first. The nearest UTC operated by University Hospitals Birmingham is at Solihull Hospital (open 08:00 – 20:00 daily). For life-threatening emergencies always call 999.
Departments & Services
- Emergency Department (24/7)
- Emergency Assessment Unit
- Intensive Therapy Unit
- High Dependency Unit
- Coronary Care Unit
- Cardiovascular Angiography Suite
- Acute Medicine
- Acute Surgery
- Cardiology
- Stroke Services
Recent Wait Time Updates
| Date & Time | Wait Time | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 25 Apr01:47 | 333 mins | +6.4% |
| Sat 25 Apr00:47 | 313 mins | +11% |
| Fri 24 Apr23:47 | 281 mins | −13% |
| Fri 24 Apr22:47 | 324 mins | +18% |
| Fri 24 Apr21:47 | 274 mins | +13% |
Nearest A&E alternatives
See live A&E wait times at other NHS hospitals near Good Hope Hospital
How Good Hope Hospital compares to nearby hospitals
Within Midlands, Good Hope Hospital is one of several urgent and emergency care sites and sits inside the wider NHS England performance framework. National waiting-time data is published by NHS England against the current NHS England operational standard of admitting, transferring or discharging 78% of A&E attendances within four hours; live snapshots on this page are sourced separately from the trust's own published feeds, so the figures here can be more current than the headline national release.
For Sutton Coldfield residents, the practical question is rarely "is Good Hope Hospital fast?" but "compared to what?" Wait times at any single site can swing materially within a day, depending on staffing, ambulance arrivals and how full the wider hospital is. The nearest-alternatives section above lists the closest comparable sites, each with their own current wait — that side-by-side comparison is more useful than any single-site average.
For non-life-threatening issues, residents in Sutton Coldfield and surrounding Midlands may also have access to a Minor Injuries Unit or Urgent Treatment Centre with shorter waits for less serious conditions. NHS 111 can confirm the appropriate service for your specific need before you travel.
Good Hope Hospital A&E — frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about waiting times and visiting this A&E.
What is the average A&E waiting time at Good Hope Hospital?
As of the latest update, the current A&E wait at Good Hope Hospital is 356 minutes (about 5 hr 56 min). This figure is labelled "Live" — see the freshness badge next to the wait number for the exact source and timestamp. Wait times fluctuate throughout the day, so this may not be the exact time you wait.
What time is Good Hope Hospital A&E least busy?
Across most UK A&E departments, the quietest period is typically between 4am and 7am, with a secondary lull around mid-morning on weekdays. Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as Monday mornings, generally see the longest waits. Check the Wait History above to see the recent trends for Good Hope Hospital.
Is there a way to check A&E wait times for Good Hope Hospital?
Yes, you can check the live A&E waiting times for Good Hope Hospital right here on this page. We update this data regularly based on the information provided by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.
How long can Good Hope Hospital A&E make you wait?
NHS England's interim recovery standard sets a target to admit, transfer, or discharge 78% of patients within 4 hours of arrival at A&E. However, wait times can be longer depending on the severity of your condition and how busy the department is. Patients with life-threatening emergencies are always prioritised.
How often are wait times updated at Good Hope Hospital?
The wait times for Good Hope Hospital are updated based on the data feed from University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. The exact time of the last update is shown at the top of this page.
What does 'Current Longest Wait Time' mean at Good Hope Hospital?
The 'Current Longest Wait Time' typically refers to the longest time any non-admitted patient has been waiting to be seen by a doctor or nurse practitioner after arriving at the A&E department. It gives an indication of the maximum wait you might experience for non-life-threatening conditions.
Is Good Hope Hospital A&E open 24 hours?
Yes. The A&E department at Good Hope Hospital is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. If you have a life-threatening emergency, go directly to A&E or call 999. For non-urgent medical concerns, please call NHS 111 first.
How do I get to Good Hope Hospital?
Good Hope Hospital is located at Rectory Road, Sutton Coldfield, Sutton Coldfield, B75 7RR. The A&E entrance is usually clearly signposted on arrival. If you need to contact them before travelling, the hospital switchboard is +44 1214 242000.