In 2023, the percentage of patients waiting over three months for knee replacements was an established baseline; in 2024, this rose to 56.7%. The forecasted data indicates a yearly increase, reaching 62.2% by 2028. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2.47%, and from 2025 to 2026 is about 2.23%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is 2.33%, highlighting a consistent rise in wait times.

Future trends to observe include:

The impact of NHS funding on surgical capacity and wait times.
The potential influence of technological advancements in surgical techniques reducing duration.
Changing patient demographics and their effect on demand for knee replacements.