Royal Sussex County Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Last updated — · sourced from University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Typical Time in Department (AE)
Live wait unavailable
National Average
173
minutes
Hospital details
- City
- Brighton
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Royal Sussex County Hospital in context
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Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About Royal Sussex County Hospital
How long is the queue at Royal Sussex County Hospital right now?
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What are Royal Sussex County Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at Royal Sussex County 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 Brighton be faster?
A&E at Royal Sussex County 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 Royal Sussex County Hospital?
Royal Sussex County Hospital is in Brighton. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is Royal Sussex County 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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