42 Twyford Gardens
42 Twyford Gardens is a residential care home in Worthing, West Sussex (BN13 2NT). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About 42 Twyford Gardens
Here at 42 Twyford Gardens, we are a residential care home based in Worthing, West Sussex, supporting adults with a range of needs including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and younger adults who require a caring and comfortable place to call home. We also offer respite care for those who need a shorter stay, whether to give family carers a break or to support someone through a period of change. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a person or their family will ever make. We do not take that lightly. Our aim is to ensure that everyone who lives with us feels genuinely seen, heard and respected as an individual. We take time to get to know each person, their routines, their preferences and the things that matter most to them in daily life. Our home in Worthing provides a warm and welcoming environment where residents can feel at ease. We work closely with families, healthcare professionals and support networks to make sure care plans reflect real needs and are kept up to date as those needs change over time. We are open about the fact that our most recent CQC inspection resulted in a rating of requires improvement. We have taken that feedback seriously and have been working hard to address the areas raised. We believe in being honest with the people we support and their families, and we are committed to making meaningful improvements that will be felt day to day by everyone in our home. If you would like to find out more about life at 42 Twyford Gardens, or to arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you. We welcome the opportunity to show you around and answer any questions you might have.
Care provided at 42 Twyford Gardens
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 27 March 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How 42 Twyford Gardens compares in Worthing
Measured against the 75 care homes registered in Worthing. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 4 places. Smaller than 72 of the 75 homes. The local average is 26 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 58 of the 75 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 27 March 2026. 6 of the 75 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2020. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 9 of the 75 have registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Worthing.
The local picture: Worthing
What the numbers say about care for older people in Worthing, 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: 14,700. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 16%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,300. Rising to 6,400 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,900. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 26%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 74%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 123. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 closed. 4 changed owner, covering 68 beds.
- 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 42 Twyford Gardens
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 1 December 2020, so 5 years.
- Run by
- Achieve Together Limited, which runs 160 adult social care services in England. 127 of the 153 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 42 Twyford Gardens
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
- Worthing Hospital, Worthing, 2.2 miles away
It is about 2.2 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
- Durrington-on-Sea Station, 1.1 miles away
- West Worthing Station, 1.2 miles away
- Goring-by-Sea Station, 1.6 miles away
Around 42 Twyford Gardens
- H: 42 Twyford Gardens
- 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 42 Twyford Gardens
Where is 42 Twyford Gardens located?
42 Twyford Gardens is a residential care home in Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 2NT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does 42 Twyford Gardens provide?
42 Twyford Gardens is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is 42 Twyford Gardens's CQC rating?
42 Twyford Gardens is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 27 March 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does 42 Twyford Gardens offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. 42 Twyford Gardens offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about 42 Twyford Gardens
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. 42 Twyford Gardens 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. 42 Twyford Gardens 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. 42 Twyford Gardens 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. 42 Twyford Gardens 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
42 Twyford Gardens 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 42 Twyford Gardens. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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