Wales emergency departments data for September 2026, published 22 October 2026
A&E waiting times in Bangor (Gwynedd)
How quickly people are seen at emergency departments run by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, which serves Bangor (Gwynedd), Wales.
These are Wales figures, not NHS England data. Health services in Wales are run separately and publish their own statistics, which use different definitions. Figures here come from StatsWales and the Welsh Government NHS activity and performance summary.
If it is not an emergency, NHS 111 or calling 111 can tell you where to go, including urgent treatment centres, which often have shorter waits. Call 999 or go to A&E for life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding or signs of a stroke.
In September 2026, 57.4% of the 21,489 attendances at emergency departments run by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board were dealt with within 4 hours, 6.5 points below the Wales figure of 63.9%. 82.5% were dealt with within 12 hours (Wales: 88.2%). That ranks 7 of 7 health boards in Wales.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board: % within 4 hours Wales
| Month | Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board within 4 hours | Wales within 4 hours |
|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | 57.4% | 63.9% |
| August 2026 | 57.2% | 63.8% |
| July 2026 | 57.8% | 64.1% |
| June 2026 | 58.1% | 63.0% |
| May 2026 | 58.2% | 64.4% |
| April 2026 | 59.0% | 65.9% |
| March 2026 | 56.6% | 65.3% |
| February 2026 | 55.0% | 64.9% |
| January 2026 | 54.5% | 64.5% |
| December 2025 | 55.3% | 64.3% |
| November 2025 | 55.5% | 65.0% |
| October 2025 | 55.9% | 66.0% |
| September 2025 | 56.6% | 66.7% |
| Health board | Within 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Powys Teaching Health Board | 100.0% |
| Swansea Bay University Health Board | 71.3% |
| Aneurin Bevan University Health Board | 69.5% |
| Hywel Dda University Health Board | 66.8% |
| Cardiff and Vale University Health Board | 59.3% |
| Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board | 58.7% |
| Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board | 57.4% |
A&E near Bangor (Gwynedd)
| Nearby town | Distance | Main trust or board | Within 4 hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flint | 41 miles | Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board | 57.4% |
| Swansea | 112 miles | Swansea Bay University Health Board | 71.3% |
| Pontypridd | 117 miles | Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board | 58.7% |
| Newport | 124 miles | Aneurin Bevan University Health Board | 69.5% |
| Cardiff | 127 miles | Cardiff and Vale University Health Board | 59.3% |
More for Bangor (Gwynedd): all waiting times. England comparison: A&E waiting times in England.
Frequently asked questions
What is the A&E waiting time in Bangor (Gwynedd)?
In September 2026, 57.4% of attendances at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board emergency departments were dealt with within 4 hours (Wales: 63.9%).
Should I go to A&E or call 111?
If it is not an emergency, NHS 111 online or calling 111 can tell you where to go, including urgent treatment centres, which often have shorter waits. Call 999 or go to A&E for life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding or signs of a stroke.
Where do these figures come from?
From StatsWales and the Welsh Government NHS activity and performance summary, published under the Open Government Licence.