Diagnostics (DM01) data for August 2026, published 8 October 2026
CT waiting times in Oxford
How long people are waiting for a CT scan at the hospital trust serving Oxford, 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.
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
At the end of August 2026, 2,552 people were waiting for a CT scan at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. 100.0% had been waiting less than 6 weeks, which is 11.2 points above the England figure of 88.8% and 16.5 points above the South East figure of 83.5%. 0 people (0.0%) had waited 13 weeks or more.
How long people on the list had waited
Oxford University Hospitals: % waiting under 6 weeks for CT England
| Month | Waiting under 6 weeks | Waiting list | England under 6 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | 100.0% | 2,552 | 88.8% |
| July 2026 | 100.0% | 2,810 | 90.1% |
| June 2026 | 100.0% | 2,666 | 90.1% |
| May 2026 | 100.0% | 2,492 | 89.0% |
| April 2026 | 100.0% | 2,791 | 87.5% |
| March 2026 | 100.0% | 2,217 | 90.0% |
| February 2026 | 100.0% | 2,545 | 90.6% |
How Oxford compares
| Area | Under 6 weeks | Waiting list | 13+ weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | 100.0% | 2,552 | 0 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust | about 39 miles | 99.9% | 942 | 0 |
| Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust | about 28 miles | 99.3% | 1,546 | 1 |
| Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | about 34 miles | 99.3% | 1,326 | 0 |
| Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust | about 24 miles | 99.2% | 1,163 | 1 |
| Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | about 42 miles | 99.2% | 521 | 0 |
| Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust | about 46 miles | 99.0% | 496 | 4 |
| University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust | about 39 miles | 98.8% | 2,249 | 2 |
| Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust | about 50 miles | 97.9% | 2,867 | 3 |
| Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust | about 51 miles | 97.3% | 1,636 | 3 |
| University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | about 50 miles | 95.6% | 2,012 | 12 |
| Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust | about 51 miles | 74.5% | 1,425 | 150 |
CT waits in nearby towns
| Nearby town | Distance | Main trust or board | CT under 6 weeks | Waiting list |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bicester | 11 miles | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | 100.0% | 2,552 |
| Banbury | 22 miles | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | 100.0% | 2,552 |
| Reading | 24 miles | Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust | 99.2% | 1,163 |
| Maidenhead | 28 miles | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust | 99.3% | 1,546 |
| Slough | 33 miles | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust | 99.3% | 1,546 |
| Basingstoke | 34 miles | Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | 99.3% | 1,326 |
| Warwick | 39 miles | South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust | 99.9% | 942 |
| Leamington Spa | 39 miles | South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust | 99.9% | 942 |
More for Oxford: 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 Oxford?
At the end of August 2026, 100.0% of the 2,552 people waiting at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust had waited under 6 weeks, and 0 had waited 13 weeks or more. The England figure was 88.8% under 6 weeks.
Are CT waits in Oxford getting shorter?
The share waiting under 6 weeks at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was 100.0% in February 2026 and 100.0% in August 2026, unchanged.
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.