Brookmead
Brookmead is a residential care home in Crawley, West Sussex (RH11 0HP). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Brookmead
Here at Brookmead, we provide residential care for a range of people in the heart of Crawley, West Sussex. Our home supports older adults, younger adults, and individuals living with a learning disability or autism, and we also offer respite care for those who need a short term stay. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can face, and we do not take that responsibility lightly. Our aim is to create an environment where each person feels genuinely at home, where routines are respected and individuality is celebrated. Whether someone is with us for a few weeks or has made Brookmead their permanent home, we want their experience to feel personal and considered rather than institutional. We are honest about where we are as a home. Our most recent CQC inspection resulted in a "requires improvement" rating, and we have taken that feedback seriously. We are actively working through the improvements identified, and our team is committed to making the changes needed to deliver the standard of care our residents deserve. We think it is important that families know this upfront rather than discovering it elsewhere, and we welcome anyone to come and see for themselves the work that is underway. The people who live here come from varied backgrounds and have different needs, and we try to reflect that in how we run the home day to day. Care plans are built around the individual, and we work closely with families and health professionals to make sure support is joined up and responsive. If you would like to find out more about Brookmead or arrange a visit, we would be very glad to hear from you. We are always happy to show people around and answer any questions you might have.
Care provided at Brookmead
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 April 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Brookmead compares in Crawley
Measured against the 8 care homes for older people registered in Crawley. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 5 places. Smaller than 6 of the 8 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 6 of the 8 homes (75%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 25 April 2023. 5 of the 8 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 7 of the 8 registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Crawley.
The local picture: Crawley
What the numbers say about care for older people in Crawley, in West Sussex.
What care costs in West Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,033 | £1,343 to £1,804 (Middle half of prices from 14 West Sussex homes. Median £1,579.) |
| Nursing care | £1,125 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 7,700. Rising to 9,400 by 2035, up 22%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,100. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 32%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,100. Rising to 1,300 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 53%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 37. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed
- Care home beds filled across West Sussex: 85%. The 12 month average is 84%.
- Who pays, across West Sussex (estimate): 34% council, 51% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Brookmead
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 19 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Peak 15 Ltd, which runs 9 adult social care services in England. 7 of the 9 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Brookmead
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, 7.2 miles away
It is about 7.2 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Ifield Station, 0.4 miles away
- Crawley Station, 1.5 miles away
- Three Bridges Station, 2.5 miles away
Around Brookmead
- H: Brookmead
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Brookmead
Where is Brookmead located?
Brookmead is a residential care home in Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 0HP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Brookmead provide?
Brookmead is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Brookmead's CQC rating?
Brookmead is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 25 April 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Brookmead offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Brookmead offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Brookmead
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Brookmead is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Brookmead is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Brookmead offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Brookmead supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Brookmead has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Brookmead. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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