MRI waiting times in Crawley
Crawley is located in West Sussex, England. Residents of Crawley who are referred for an MRI scan typically receive their imaging through University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
About this data
MRI waiting time figures on this page are published at NHS trust level, not individual hospitals. For Crawley, MRI services are provided by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, and the figures shown reflect all MRI patients waiting within this trust.
These figures do not show individual hospital-site waiting times and cannot predict how long a specific patient will wait.
Current MRI waiting times
MRI waiting time data for University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is not currently available in the published DM01 dataset. This may be because the trust has not submitted data for the current period, or because MRI services are provided through a different arrangement.
Contact University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust directly or speak to your GP for current MRI waiting time estimates.
How MRI referrals work for residents of Crawley
MRI scans are typically arranged following a referral from your GP or a hospital consultant. Once referred, you will be added to the waiting list at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (or another provider if you exercise patient choice).
The trust may offer MRI appointments at different hospital sites within their area. Depending on availability, you may be offered an appointment at a location that is not your nearest hospital. This is sometimes done to reduce waiting times.
If you have specific requirements or constraints (mobility, transport, time of day), discuss these with the booking team when arranging your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the MRI waiting time in Crawley?
MRI waiting time data for Crawley is not currently available. Contact University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust or your GP for current estimates.
Which NHS trust provides MRI scans for Crawley?
Residents of Crawley typically receive MRI scans through University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. This trust may operate MRI services at one or more hospital sites in the area.
Do people from Crawley have to travel for an MRI?
MRI scans for Crawley residents are provided by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, which may have MRI facilities at multiple hospital sites. Patients may be offered appointments at different locations within the trust area depending on availability.
Why are MRI waits different in nearby towns?
MRI waiting times can vary between towns because different NHS trusts manage their own diagnostic services. Factors include local demand, equipment capacity, staffing levels, and referral volumes. Towns served by the same NHS trust will generally have similar waiting times.
Can patients from Crawley choose where to have their MRI?
Under NHS patient choice, patients may be able to choose an alternative provider for their MRI scan. Discuss options with your GP or the referring clinician. Wait times at other providers may differ from those at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
Nearby towns served by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
The following towns are also served by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust and may have similar MRI waiting times:
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Data sources
MRI waiting time data is sourced from the NHS England DM01 Diagnostic Waiting Times and Activity dataset, published monthly under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Important: This page provides general information about MRI waiting times and does not constitute medical advice. Individual waiting times depend on clinical urgency and local factors. Contact your GP or the hospital for advice about your specific situation.
Last updated: January 2026