Alexandra Hospital Redditch — Current A&E Queue
Last updated — · sourced from Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
Typical Time in Department (AE)
No live feed — typical wait
222
minutes · ~ 3 hr 42 min
51.2% seen within 4 hours
Estimate from NHS England official statistics (August 2026) — not live
Hospital details
- City
- Redditch
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Alexandra Hospital Redditch in context
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Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About Alexandra Hospital Redditch
How long is the queue at Alexandra Hospital Redditch right now?
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What are Alexandra Hospital Redditch's opening hours?
The A&E at Alexandra Hospital Redditch runs around the clock — 24 hours, seven days a week, bank holidays included. No appointment is needed; patients are assessed on arrival and seen in order of clinical urgency, not arrival time.
Do I actually need A&E, or could a UTC near Redditch be faster?
A&E at Alexandra Hospital Redditch is the right place for anything that could be life-threatening — chest pain, stroke symptoms, uncontrolled bleeding, serious breathing problems or major injuries. For less severe issues (sprains, small cuts, minor fractures, bites, burns), a nearby Urgent Treatment Centre will almost always see you sooner. If you are unsure, ring 111 — they can point you to the best service and sometimes book you a timed slot.
How do I get to Alexandra Hospital Redditch?
Alexandra Hospital Redditch is in Redditch. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is Alexandra Hospital Redditch A&E typically quietest?
Nationally, emergency departments see the fewest arrivals between about 6 am and 9 am. Demand tends to peak on Monday mornings, weekday evenings after 6 pm, and on Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving during a quieter window — if your condition allows it — can noticeably cut the time you spend waiting.
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