Diagnostics (DM01) data for August 2026, published 8 October 2026
CT waiting times in Brighton
How long people are waiting for a CT scan at the hospital trust serving Brighton, from NHS England’s monthly diagnostics (DM01) statistics for August 2026.
A CT (computed tomography) scan uses X-rays and a computer to make cross-section images of the body. It is quick and widely used for the chest, abdomen, head and to stage cancer.
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
At the end of August 2026, 2,289 people were waiting for a CT scan at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. 90.7% had been waiting less than 6 weeks, which is 1.9 points above the England figure of 88.8% and 7.2 points above the South East figure of 83.5%. 78 people (3.4%) had waited 13 weeks or more.
How long people on the list had waited
University Hospitals Sussex: % waiting under 6 weeks for CT England
| Month | Waiting under 6 weeks | Waiting list | England under 6 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | 90.7% | 2,289 | 88.8% |
| July 2026 | 91.4% | 2,194 | 90.1% |
| June 2026 | 90.9% | 2,361 | 90.1% |
| May 2026 | 92.8% | 2,423 | 89.0% |
| April 2026 | 92.9% | 2,861 | 87.5% |
| March 2026 | 95.3% | 2,833 | 90.0% |
| February 2026 | 93.2% | 2,675 | 90.6% |
How Brighton compares
| Area | Under 6 weeks | Waiting list | 13+ weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust | 90.7% | 2,289 | 78 |
| South East region | 83.5% | 29,511 | 1,374 |
| England | 88.8% | 181,619 | 4,683 |
Nearby hospital trusts for CT scans
Trusts serving neighbouring towns, ordered by the share of their list waiting under 6 weeks. In England you can usually ask your GP which hospitals you could be referred to; waiting lists change from month to month.
| Trust | Distance (town) | Under 6 weeks | Waiting list | 13+ weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust | about 7 miles | 99.6% | 1,336 | 0 |
| Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust | about 42 miles | 99.3% | 2,402 | 0 |
| Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | about 39 miles | 99.2% | 521 | 0 |
| Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust | about 35 miles | 99.0% | 496 | 4 |
| Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust | about 36 miles | 97.9% | 1,377 | 5 |
| Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust | about 46 miles | 91.4% | 914 | 6 |
| Croydon Health Services NHS Trust | about 38 miles | 89.3% | 989 | 38 |
| Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust | about 41 miles | 89.3% | 940 | 0 |
| Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust | about 46 miles | 88.1% | 1,016 | 77 |
| Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust | about 20 miles | 74.1% | 1,614 | 43 |
CT waits in nearby towns
| Nearby town | Distance | Main trust or board | CT under 6 weeks | Waiting list |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewes | 7 miles | University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust | 90.7% | 2,289 |
| Worthing | 10 miles | University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust | 90.7% | 2,289 |
| Eastbourne | 19 miles | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust | 99.6% | 1,336 |
| Crawley | 20 miles | Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust | 74.1% | 1,614 |
| Hastings | 31 miles | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust | 99.6% | 1,336 |
| Guildford | 35 miles | Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust | 99.0% | 496 |
| Epsom | 36 miles | Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust | 97.9% | 1,377 |
| Croydon | 38 miles | Croydon Health Services NHS Trust | 89.3% | 989 |
More for Brighton: all waiting times · A&E · MRI · Ultrasound · Endoscopy. National picture: CT waiting times in England.
Understanding the 6-week figure
NHS England counts everyone on the waiting list for a test at the end of each month and how many weeks they have waited since referral. The standard is that fewer than 1% of patients wait 6 weeks or more. Urgent referrals, including suspected cancer, are usually prioritised, so routine waits can be longer than the average suggests. If your wait is much longer than you were told, contact the hospital’s booking team or the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS).
Frequently asked questions
How long is the wait for a CT scan in Brighton?
At the end of August 2026, 90.7% of the 2,289 people waiting at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust had waited under 6 weeks, and 78 had waited 13 weeks or more. The England figure was 88.8% under 6 weeks.
Are CT waits in Brighton getting shorter?
The share waiting under 6 weeks at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust was 93.2% in February 2026 and 90.7% in August 2026, down 2.5 points.
Can I have my CT somewhere else?
In England you can usually discuss with your GP or the referring clinician which hospitals or community diagnostic centres you could be referred to. Waiting times at nearby trusts are listed on this page as a starting point.
How often are these figures updated?
NHS England publishes A&E, diagnostics (DM01) and referral to treatment (RTT) statistics every month, usually on the second Thursday. A&E figures cover the previous month; diagnostics and RTT figures are a month further behind. This site refreshes when new files are published.