Private Sleep Apnoea Clinic in London
Private sleep apnoea consultation in London with independent clinicians we recommend, for adults and young people. London has the deepest private healthcare market in the UK and the longest NHS waiting lists for neurodevelopmental assessment. Most clinicians offer both in-person and remote consultations.
The short answer
A private sleep apnoea clinic in London costs £195 to £500, with first consultation typically within 1 to 2 weeks. Appointments are available in London or remotely, you can self-refer without a GP letter, and you pay the clinician directly with no booking fee.
- Typical cost in London
- £195 to £500
- Typical wait
- First consultation typically within 1 to 2 weeks
- Where
- In-person clinics cluster around Harley Street (W1), the City, Canary Wharf and Chiswick, with growing capacity in Stratford and Croydon.
- Referral needed
- No, you can self-refer
- NHS route
- Published NHS waiting times for Greater London are worth checking first, see sources below
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Private or NHS in London, side by side
| Private, through Take a Seat | NHS route | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | £195 to £500, quoted by the clinician before you commit | Free at the point of use |
| Typical wait | First consultation typically within 1 to 2 weeks | Varies by service and trust in Greater London, see the published figures below |
| Referral | Self-refer, no GP letter needed | GP referral needed in most cases |
| Choosing your clinician | You pick the named clinician yourself and contact them directly | Allocated by the service |
NHS figures and pathways: NICE NG202, obstructive sleep apnoea, obesity hypoventilation and COPD OSA overlap; NHS, sleep apnoea; NHS England, monthly diagnostics waiting times and activity.
About sleep apnoea consultation in London
A private sleep apnoea consultation covers assessment, diagnostic testing and treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea. NICE recommends CPAP as the first line treatment for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnoea, with mandibular advancement devices and weight, alcohol and positional measures considered in milder presentations. Clinicians also cover the DVLA rules that apply if excessive sleepiness affects your driving.
Adult, private and near-you options in London
Most London enquiries are from adults self-referring without a GP letter. Clinicians assess over 18s directly, and see under 18s with parental consent where they hold the relevant registration.
Expect £195, £500 in London, quoted up front by the clinician. There is no Take a Seat booking fee, and follow-up costs are confirmed before you commit.
Searching from Greater London? Clinicians listed here work in or cover London, and most offer remote appointments so you are not limited to your nearest clinic.
First consultation typically within 1 to 2 weeks. Testing usually arranged at that appointment. That is typically far shorter than the NHS route for Greater London.
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Request a matchPrivate sleep apnoea assessment in London
Snoring, waking unrefreshed, and falling asleep during the day are the three symptoms that bring most people to a sleep apnoea clinic. A private assessment in London is £195 to £500, usually within 1 to 2 weeks, and testing is normally arranged at that first appointment rather than after another wait. Testing is separate, from £250 for a home study.
NHS England publishes waiting times for sleep studies each month under sleep physiology in its diagnostics dataset (DM01), alongside consultant-led referral to treatment waits for London providers, so you can check the current position for your area before going private.
Source: NHS England, monthly diagnostics waiting times and activityIn-person clinics cluster around Harley Street (W1), the City, Canary Wharf and Chiswick, with growing capacity in Stratford and Croydon.
Most clinics are within 10 minutes of an Elizabeth line, Northern line or Overground station.
London accounts for roughly a third of all UK private healthcare demand on the platform.
What the assessment involves and what happens next
The consultation starts with the story a partner usually tells better than the patient: snoring volume, witnessed pauses in breathing, gasping, how often you wake, and how sleepy you are in the day. Epworth scoring quantifies the sleepiness and STOP-Bang the risk of obstructive sleep apnoea, and together they decide whether a study is worth doing at all.
Where a study is indicated, a home recorder captures airflow, breathing effort, oxygen saturation, heart rate and position overnight. The output is an apnoea-hypopnoea index, the number of breathing events an hour, which sets severity and therefore treatment and any DVLA duty.
Treatment follows severity. CPAP is first line for moderate and severe disease and works when it is tolerated, which is why fit, pressure and early follow-up matter more than the initial prescription. Mandibular advancement devices suit milder disease and some people who cannot use CPAP, and weight, alcohol timing and sleeping position all change the picture.
You should leave with the numbers, what they mean for driving and blood pressure, a treatment plan, and a written summary for your GP so NHS follow-up or shared care is straightforward. Fees are agreed with the clinician directly.
What's included
- 45 to 60 minute assessment with a UK sleep clinician
- Epworth Sleepiness Scale and STOP Bang risk scoring
- Diagnostic sleep testing arranged where indicated
- Treatment plan covering CPAP, mandibular advancement devices or lifestyle measures
- Follow up review of treatment adherence and symptom change
Who it's for
- Suspected or already diagnosed obstructive sleep apnoea
- People struggling with CPAP who want their therapy reviewed
- Drivers who need their sleepiness assessed against DVLA requirements
Timeframe and fees
First consultation typically within 1 to 2 weeks. Testing usually arranged at that appointment.
£195, £500
Final fee depends on the specific clinician and complexity.
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Common questions
How much does a private sleep apnoea assessment cost in London?⌄
£195 to £500 for the 45 to 60 minute consultation, which includes Epworth and STOP-Bang risk scoring and a treatment plan. The sleep study itself is charged separately, from £250 for a home recording. There is no booking fee from us.
How is sleep apnoea actually diagnosed?⌄
History and risk scoring first, then a sleep study to confirm it and grade severity. For most adults that is a home respiratory study, which NICE supports as the usual first test, with lab polysomnography reserved for complex cases.
What treatment will I be offered?⌄
CPAP is the mainstay for moderate and severe obstructive sleep apnoea. A mandibular advancement device is an option in milder cases or where CPAP is not tolerated, alongside weight, alcohol and position measures. Your plan depends on severity and on how sleepy you are.
I already have CPAP and it is not working. Can that be reviewed?⌄
Yes. Struggling with CPAP is one of the commonest reasons people come privately: mask fit, pressure, humidification and adherence data all get reviewed, and a follow-up checks whether symptoms actually changed.
Do I need to tell the DVLA about sleep apnoea?⌄
If you have excessive sleepiness that affects driving, or confirmed moderate or severe obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome, you must tell the DVLA, and the rules are stricter for bus, coach and lorry licences. Your clinician will assess and document your sleepiness. Check the current rules on GOV.UK for your licence type.
Can I be assessed remotely?⌄
The consultation works well by video, and the home study is done at home anyway, so many people never attend a clinic. In-person appointments are available across central London.
Why treat it if I am only snoring?⌄
Untreated obstructive sleep apnoea is linked with high blood pressure, cardiovascular risk and road traffic accidents from daytime sleepiness. If your risk scores are low the clinician should tell you it is snoring rather than sell you a test.
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Get startedWritten by Take a Seat Editorial. Checked against the published sources below, and not against a clinician's individual review. Last checked 8 August 2026.
Sources: NICE NG202, obstructive sleep apnoea, obesity hypoventilation and COPD OSA overlap, NHS, sleep apnoea, DVLA guidance, sleep apnoea and driving, NHS referral to treatment guidance
This page is general information about privately available services in the UK, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Fees, availability and waiting times are set by each clinician and confirmed with you before you commit. If you need urgent help, see crisis support.