Good Hope Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Also known as: Good Hope A&E, Sutton Coldfield Hospital
Last updated just now · sourced from University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Typical Time in Department (AE)
minutes · ~ 8 hr 39 min
+25 min vs previous reading
About Good Hope Hospital
Good Hope Hospital is a district general hospital in Sutton Coldfield, North Birmingham. Part of University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, the hospital serves the communities of Sutton Coldfield, Erdington, and parts of North Warwickshire. The Emergency Department handles approximately 75,000 attendances per year and operates 24 hours a day. Good Hope Hospital provides a wide range of acute services and has recently had significant investment in its emergency care facilities. The hospital is known for its strong community focus and dedicated clinical teams.
Hospital details
- City
- Sutton Coldfield, B75 7RR
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Departments & Services
Good Hope Hospital A&E Wait Times — Last 24 Hours
| Time | Typical Time in Dept | Change | Patients | Total in Dept |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| just now20:39 | 8 hr 39 min | +25 min(+5%) | — | — |
| 25 min ago20:14 | 8 hr 14 min | +30 min(+6%) | — | — |
| 55 min ago19:44 | 7 hr 44 min | +3 min(+1%) | — | — |
| 58 min ago19:41 | 7 hr 41 min | +5 min(+1%) | — | — |
| 1h ago19:36 | 7 hr 36 min | +25 min(+6%) | — | — |
| 1h ago19:11 | 7 hr 11 min | +29 min(+7%) | — | — |
| 1h ago18:42 | 6 hr 42 min | +25 min(+7%) | — | — |
| 2h ago18:17 | 6 hr 17 min | +40 min(+12%) | — | — |
| 3h ago17:37 | 5 hr 37 min | +25 min(+8%) | — | — |
| 3h ago17:12 | 5 hr 12 min | -289 min(-48%) | — | — |
| 4h ago16:15 | 10 hr 1 min | -11 min(-2%) | — | — |
| 5h ago15:38 | 10 hr 12 min | +25 min(+4%) | — | — |
Good Hope Hospital in context
The latest reading puts Good Hope Hospital at roughly 8 hr 39 min. Across Birmingham & Solihull the typical figure is around 4 hr 43 min. That puts this department noticeably above the area norm — the nearby-alternatives panel may show a shorter queue.
Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About Good Hope Hospital
How long is the queue at Good Hope Hospital right now?
The most recent figure shows roughly 8 hr 39 min (519 minutes) at Good Hope Hospital's A&E. This is pulled from the trust's public dashboard and refreshes regularly, but the actual time you wait will depend on how urgently you need treatment and how busy the department is when you arrive.
What are Good Hope Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at Good Hope Hospital 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 Sutton Coldfield be faster?
A&E at Good Hope Hospital 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 Good Hope Hospital?
Good Hope Hospital is in Sutton Coldfield, postcode B75 7RR. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is Good Hope Hospital 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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Page content is periodically verified against official sources. All queue data comes from NHS Trust dashboards and government statistical releases.