NHS Queen's Hospital Burton Live A&E Waiting Times
Also known as: Queen's Hospital Burton, Queens Hospital Burton, Queen's Hospital Burton upon Trent, Burton A&E, Burton upon Trent A&E, Queens Burton A&E
Last updated sourced from University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
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Hospital details
Burton upon Trent, DE13 0RB
About Queen's Hospital Burton
Queen's Hospital Burton is the main acute hospital for Burton upon Trent and surrounding areas of South Staffordshire, South Derbyshire and North West Leicestershire, run by University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. Its Emergency Department on Belvedere Road is open 24 hours a day for adults and children, treating around 200 patients every day, with a refurbished minor injuries area, three-bay resuscitation room, twelve majors cubicles and a dedicated paediatric minor injury and illness bay. The site — serving a population of roughly 360,000 — also offers acute medicine, emergency surgery, consultant-led maternity, a stroke unit, breast care unit, endoscopy suite and full diagnostic imaging. Current Queen's Hospital Burton A&E waiting times are tracked here in real time, sourced from the NHS WaitLess live feed.
Emergency Department (A&E)
An Emergency Department (also called A&E) is the right place for life-threatening or serious conditions — chest pain, suspected stroke, heavy bleeding, severe breathing difficulty, major injury, or loss of consciousness. Queen's Hospital Burton's A&E is open 24 hours a day, every day, for all ages, with a dedicated paediatric minor injury bay. If your condition is urgent but not life-threatening, consider a local urgent treatment centre or call NHS 111 first — they can advise you and book you in if needed. In a true emergency, always call 999.
Departments & Services
- Adult Emergency Department (24/7)
- Paediatric Minor Injury and Illness Bay
- Resuscitation Unit (3 bays)
- Acute Medical Unit
- Emergency and General Surgery
- Consultant-led Maternity
- Stroke Unit
- Breast Care Unit
- Endoscopy Suite
- CT, MRI and Diagnostic Imaging
Queen's Hospital Burton A&E Wait Times in Burton upon Trent — Last 24 Hours
| Hour | Avg. Wait | People Waiting |
|---|---|---|
Today, 10 PM | 3 hr | 30−19% |
Today, 9 PM | 3 hr | 37 |
Today, 8 PM | 3 hr | 37+5.7% |
Today, 7 PM | 3 hr | 35 |
Today, 6 PM | 3 hr | 35 |
Today, 5 PM | 3 hr | 35 |
Today, 4 PM | 3 hr | 35 |
Today, 3 PM | 3 hr | 35 |
Nearest A&E alternatives
See live A&E wait times at other NHS hospitals near Queen's Hospital Burton
How Queen's Hospital Burton compares to nearby hospitals
Within Midlands, Queen's Hospital Burton 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 Burton upon Trent residents, the practical question is rarely "is Queen's Hospital Burton 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 Burton upon Trent 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.
Queen's Hospital Burton 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 Queen's Hospital Burton?
As of the latest update, the current A&E wait at Queen's Hospital Burton is currently unavailable. 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 Queen's Hospital Burton 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 Queen's Hospital Burton.
Is there a way to check A&E wait times for Queen's Hospital Burton?
Yes, you can check the live A&E waiting times for Queen's Hospital Burton right here on this page. We update this data regularly based on the information provided by University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust.
How long can Queen's Hospital Burton 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 Queen's Hospital Burton?
The wait times for Queen's Hospital Burton are updated based on the data feed from University Hospitals of Derby and Burton 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 Queen's Hospital Burton?
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 Queen's Hospital Burton A&E open 24 hours?
Yes. The A&E department at Queen's Hospital Burton 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 Queen's Hospital Burton?
Queen's Hospital Burton is located at Belvedere Road, Burton upon Trent, DE13 0RB. The A&E entrance is usually clearly signposted on arrival. If you need to contact them before travelling, the hospital switchboard is +44 1283 566333.