Brunei Darussalam Hospital Beds
Hospital beds per 1,000 people SH.MED.BEDS.ZS
Brunei Darussalam's hospital beds was 3.89 in 2025, ranked 37th globally. This represents a 8.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Brunei Darussalam's hospital beds stood at 3.89 in 2025, a rise of +0.31 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.89 by 2025. Brunei Darussalam ranked 37th globally.
Brunei Darussalam's hospital bed availability has fluctuated over the past 29 years, with a notable decline from its peak of 4.90 in 1960 to a trough of 2.66 in 2002. The country's hospital bed density has since recovered, with a current rate of 3.89 beds per 1,000 people, ranking it 37th globally. This recovery is comparable to that of Estonia, which also experienced a decline before stabilizing at a similar rate. The notable exception is Malta, which has consistently maintained a higher number of hospital beds per capita. Brunei's hospital bed availability has improved significantly since its low point in 2002, indicating a trend of recovery. However, Brunei's aging population and growing healthcare needs may put pressure on its hospital bed capacity in the future, potentially reversing the trend if not adequately addressed through infrastructure development and policy initiatives.
Data & projection
| Year | Hospital Beds | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 3.91 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 3.89 | - | - |
| 2025 | 3.89 | +0.31 | #37 |
| 2023 | 3.58 | −0.61 | #28 |
| 2022 | 4.19 | +0.37 | #33 |
| 2021 | 3.82 | −0.02 | #45 |
| 2020 | 3.84 | +0.18 | #46 |
| 2019 | 3.66 | +0.24 | #48 |
| 2018 | 3.42 | +0.08 | #52 |
| 2017 | 3.34 | +0.24 | #51 |
| 2016 | 3.10 | +0.04 | #60 |
| 2015 | 3.06 | +0.37 | #61 |
| 2014 | 2.69 | −0.08 | #70 |
| 2013 | 2.77 | +0.07 | #69 |
| 2012 | 2.70 | −0.14 | #70 |
| 2011 | 2.84 | +0.03 | #66 |
| 2010 | 2.81 | −0.10 | #65 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Brunei Darussalam matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw hospital beds improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Brunei Darussalam's hospital beds was 3.89 in 2025. Ranked 37th globally. This represents a 8.8% increase from the previous year.
Brunei Darussalam's hospital beds peaked at 4.90 in 1960.
The lowest hospital beds in Brunei Darussalam was 2.66 in 2002.
Brunei Darussalam ranks 37th globally in hospital beds as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.BEDS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Brunei Darussalam's hospital beds is projected to reach 3.89 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The hospital beds of Brunei Darussalam in 2025 was 3.89. This ranks 37th in the world.
Cite this page
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