Whipps Cross Hospital — Current A&E Queue

Also known as: Whipps Cross University Hospital, Whipps Cross A&E

Open 24/7LondonAE

Last updated — · sourced from Barts Health NHS Trust

Typical Time in Department (AE)

Live wait unavailable

National Average

159

minutes

Source:Barts Health NHS Trust A&E Waiting Times

About Whipps Cross Hospital

Whipps Cross Hospital is a district general hospital in Leytonstone, East London, part of Barts Health NHS Trust. The hospital serves the communities of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, and parts of neighbouring boroughs with a catchment population of approximately 350,000 people. The Emergency Department handles around 100,000 attendances annually and is consistently one of the busiest A&E departments in London. The hospital is currently undergoing a major redevelopment programme, with plans for a brand new hospital building. Despite its age, the hospital provides comprehensive acute services including maternity, paediatrics, and elderly care.

Hospital details

City: London, E11 1NR
Opening Hours: Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
NHS Trust: Barts Health NHS Trust
Type: Accident & Emergency (Type 1)

Departments & Services

Emergency Department (A&E)

Acute Medicine

General Surgery

Orthopaedics

Paediatrics

Maternity

Elderly Care

Radiology

Pathology

Whipps Cross Hospital in context

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Common Questions About Whipps Cross Hospital

How long is the queue at Whipps Cross Hospital right now?

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What are Whipps Cross Hospital's opening hours?

The A&E at Whipps Cross 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 London be faster?

A&E at Whipps Cross 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 Whipps Cross Hospital?

Whipps Cross Hospital is in London, postcode E11 1NR. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.

When is Whipps Cross 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.