A&E Waiting Times in East of England
Current A&E waiting times at every NHS hospital we track in East of England. Each card shows the latest published wait, the source of the figure, and a freshness badge so you know how recent it is.
About A&E in East of England
The East of England spans Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. The region is anchored by Addenbrooke's in Cambridge — a regional Major Trauma Centre — alongside large district general hospitals serving rural and commuter populations.
Quietest hours: East of England A&Es are typically quietest between 4am and 7am on weekdays. Friday and Saturday evenings see the longest waits, particularly at urban hospitals.
Region average
4 hr 18 min
across all tracked hospitals
What to know about A&E in East of England
- Addenbrooke's (Cambridge University Hospitals) is the regional Major Trauma Centre — for serious trauma you may be taken there directly by the East of England Ambulance Service.
- Coastal trusts in Norfolk and Suffolk see significant seasonal demand from holidaymakers in summer.
- Several towns in the region are served by smaller Minor Injuries Units and UTCs — these are often a faster option for minor injuries.
Who runs A&E in East of England
A&E performance is reported under NHS England's East of England Region. The region's trusts include several teaching hospitals and acute trusts running multiple A&E sites.
Major trusts & health boards in the region
- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
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About this East of England directory
Each entry shows the current waiting time, the source of that figure, and a freshness badge — Live, Latest published, Monthly average, or Estimated — so you know exactly how recent each figure is. Read our methodology for full source disclosure.
Not a substitute for medical advice. In a life-threatening emergency, call 999. For non-urgent advice, call NHS 111.