Private X-Ray Leeds (2026): Costs, Walk-In Options and Where to Go
Need an X-ray in Leeds? A private X-ray costs from about £99 through online booking services, or £160 at Spire Leeds. On the NHS, Leeds runs a walk-in X-ray service at five hospitals once your GP has requested it, and a self-request chest X-ray for over-40s with certain symptoms. This guide covers prices, referrals and results.
Just injured yourself? This page is not the route.
A suspected broken bone, a badly swollen or misshapen joint, a head injury, or an injury you cannot put weight on needs A&E, an urgent treatment centre or NHS 111, which can X-ray you the same day. Coughing up blood, or chest pain that is severe or sudden, needs urgent medical help; in an emergency call 999. Private X-ray clinics book planned scans and do not treat injuries. This page is general information, not medical advice.
Quick Answer
Private X-ray in Leeds: Spire Leeds Hospital charges £160 for one body area, and online booking services list Leeds X-rays from about £99 to £100. Most private providers need a referral, though online services can arrange one for you. Reports usually take up to about a week.
NHS X-ray in Leeds: if your GP requests an X-ray, you can walk in without an appointment at Leeds General Infirmary, St James’s, Seacroft, Chapel Allerton or Wharfedale. If you are 40 or over with a cough or other chest symptoms lasting more than three weeks, you may be able to request a chest X-ray yourself, with no GP visit.
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Private X-Ray Costs in Leeds (2026)
| Provider | Price | Referral | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spire Leeds Hospital, Jackson Avenue, Roundhay, LS8 1NT | £160 for one area | GP or consultant letter needed | Report within five working days, sent to your referrer |
| Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital, 2 Leighton Street, LS1 3EB | On enquiry | Healthcare professional referral needed | Sent to your referrer within a week |
| Online booking services (such as Scan.com and GetScanned) using Leeds imaging clinics | From about £99 to £100 for one body part | Arranged by the service; a clinician checks the scan is suitable | Up to 7 to 10 working days, often quicker |
Prices are as published in September 2026 and can change. Extra body areas cost more; one booking service lists four body parts at £265. Before booking, check the price includes the radiologist’s report, how the results reach you, and what happens if the X-ray shows something that needs a follow-up scan. For prices across the country, see private X-ray costs in the UK, and compare with Manchester, Birmingham and London.
For Leeds hospitals in more detail, see Spire Leeds Hospital, Nuffield Health Leeds, private hospitals in Leeds and the best private hospitals in Leeds.
NHS Walk-In X-Ray in Leeds
Leeds Teaching Hospitals runs a walk-in X-ray service for adults (16 and over) whose GP has requested an X-ray. You do not need an appointment: you turn up during opening hours, though you may have to wait if the department is busy. You have 28 days to attend after the request, after which it is cancelled. Children’s X-rays are booked appointments.
| Site | Where to go | Walk-in hours |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds General Infirmary (LS1 3EX) | Jubilee Wing radiology (adult chest X-rays at Martin Wing) | Mon to Fri, 9am to 12pm and 1.30pm to 4pm |
| St James’s University Hospital (LS9 7TF) | Bexley Wing radiology | Mon to Fri, 9am to 12pm and 1.30pm to 4pm |
| Seacroft Hospital (LS14 6UH) | X-ray and ultrasound department, community diagnostic centre | Mon to Fri, 8.15am to 5.45pm; Sat and Sun, 8.15am to 4.45pm |
| Chapel Allerton Hospital (LS7 4SA) | Radiology department | Mon to Fri, 9am to 12pm and 1.30pm to 4pm |
| Wharfedale Hospital, Otley (LS21 2LY) | Radiology department | Mon to Fri, 9am to 12pm and 1.30pm to 4pm |
Hours are from Leeds Teaching Hospitals and GP practice information and can change, so check before travelling. Radiology enquiries: 0113 733 4974.
Self-Request Chest X-Ray in Leeds
Leeds has an NHS self-request chest X-ray service, so some people can get a chest X-ray without seeing a GP first. You can use it if you are:
- aged 40 or over and registered with a Leeds GP;
- have not had a chest X-ray or chest scan in the last three months; and
- have had one or more of these for more than three weeks: a cough, tiredness, difficulty breathing, loss of appetite or weight, chest pain, coughing up blood, or a lump in the neck.
No appointment is needed: walk in to an X-ray department at Leeds General Infirmary, St James’s, Seacroft, Chapel Allerton, Wharfedale or the St George’s Centre in Middleton and ask for the self-request chest X-ray. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, with longer and weekend hours at Seacroft. Coughing up blood or severe chest pain needs urgent medical advice rather than waiting. This is general information, not medical advice.
Leeds Hospital X-Ray Departments
- Leeds General Infirmary (LGI): Jubilee Wing radiology for walk-in X-rays; Martin Wing for adult chest X-rays.
- St James’s University Hospital: Bexley Wing radiology.
- Seacroft Hospital: the X-ray and ultrasound department in the community diagnostic centre, open seven days for walk-in X-rays with a referral. Ultrasound there is by appointment.
- Chapel Allerton and Wharfedale hospitals: radiology departments with walk-in GP X-rays.
- St George’s Centre, Middleton: self-request chest X-rays.
The NHS X-ray departments do not offer paid-for private X-rays. For other scans in Leeds, see private MRI, private CT, private ultrasound, DEXA scans, mammograms and blood tests.
Do You Need a Referral for an X-Ray in Leeds?
- NHS walk-in X-ray: yes, from your GP. The self-request chest X-ray is the exception.
- Spire Leeds and Nuffield Health Leeds: yes, from a GP, consultant or other healthcare professional.
- Online booking services: they arrange the referral themselves after a clinician checks the scan is suitable.
- Private GP: a private GP appointment, in person or by video, can give you a referral quickly. See private GP apps and GP referrals for private treatment.
An X-ray is best for bones, joints and the chest. Soft tissue problems, such as ligament or cartilage injuries, usually need an ultrasound or MRI instead, so it is worth checking with a clinician which scan you need before paying.
X-Ray Results and What Happens Next
A radiologist reviews the images and writes a report, which usually goes to the person who referred you. Spire Leeds says reports should be completed within five working days, and Nuffield Health Leeds says within a week. If the X-ray shows something that needs looking into, the next step is often an MRI or CT scan or a specialist appointment, which is where costs can add up if you are paying yourself. See private scan prices.
Nearby options outside Leeds include Harrogate, Spire Harrogate Clinic, Bradford, Wakefield and Huddersfield.
Does Health Insurance Cover X-Rays?
Most private health insurance policies with outpatient cover pay for X-rays and other scans when a GP or specialist refers you for a new condition that started after you joined. Scans usually count towards your outpatient limit, and some basic policies only cover scans linked to a hospital admission. Conditions you already had are not usually covered. See outpatient limits explained, health insurance with a private GP and the private health insurance hub.
FAQs: X-Ray in Leeds
How much does a private X-ray cost in Leeds?
Spire Leeds Hospital in Roundhay lists a self-pay X-ray of one body area at £160. Online booking services list Leeds X-rays from about £99 to £100 for one body part, rising for more areas. Nuffield Health Leeds prices X-rays on enquiry. Check whether the price includes the radiologist’s report and how quickly it is sent.
Is there a walk-in X-ray in Leeds?
Yes, on the NHS, if your GP has requested the X-ray. Leeds Teaching Hospitals runs a walk-in X-ray service for adults at Leeds General Infirmary, St James’s, Seacroft, Chapel Allerton and Wharfedale. You have 28 days to attend after your GP’s request. Most sites are open on weekday mornings and afternoons, and Seacroft also opens at weekends. Children’s X-rays are booked appointments.
Can I get a chest X-ray in Leeds without seeing a GP?
If you are 40 or over, registered with a Leeds GP and have had symptoms such as a cough, breathlessness, tiredness, chest pain or weight loss for more than three weeks, you can use the NHS self-request chest X-ray service. You walk in to a Leeds X-ray department and fill in a form; no appointment is needed. You are not eligible if you have had a chest X-ray or scan in the last three months. Coughing up blood needs urgent medical advice.
Do I need a referral for a private X-ray in Leeds?
Usually yes. Spire Leeds and Nuffield Health Leeds both ask for a referral from a GP, consultant or other healthcare professional. Some online booking services arrange the referral themselves, with a clinician checking the scan is suitable before booking. A private GP can also refer you.
How quickly do I get private X-ray results in Leeds?
Spire Leeds says reports should be completed within five working days, and Nuffield Health Leeds says results go to your referrer within a week. Online booking services quote up to 7 to 10 working days, though many clinics are quicker. Results usually go to the person who referred you, so plan a follow-up appointment to discuss them.
Important Information
This 2026 guide is independent general information, not medical advice. NHS service details are from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and local GP practice information; private prices are as published by Spire Leeds, Nuffield Health, Scan.com and GetScanned in September 2026 and may change. Always confirm prices, referral rules and opening times with the provider before booking or travelling. If you have been injured, go to A&E or an urgent treatment centre or call NHS 111; in an emergency call 999. Going Private UK is not affiliated with the NHS or any provider named. If you compare insurance quotes through this site, we may receive a commission from our FCA-regulated partners at no cost to you; this does not influence our guides.
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