End of June 2026
Court regions in England and Wales compared
HM Courts and Tribunals Service runs the courts in seven regions. Choose a region to see how its backlog and waiting times have changed since 2016.
| Region | Crown Court cases waiting, June 2019 | Crown Court cases waiting, June 2026 | Magistrates' cases waiting, June 2026 | Typical days, offence to end (Apr to Jun 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | 1,522 | 2,818 | 7,252 | 276 |
| London | 7,124 | 20,703 | 40,606 | 380 |
| Midlands | 6,250 | 14,523 | 33,661 | 381 |
| North East | 5,593 | 10,836 | 24,732 | 325 |
| North West | 4,870 | 9,842 | 29,188 | 340 |
| South East | 5,965 | 15,368 | 40,147 | 418 |
| South West | 3,064 | 6,659 | 19,454 | 377 |