Care Homes in Barking
Barking has 9 CQC registered care homes. 8 are rated Good, 1 Requires improvement. 4 of the 9 were last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
Barking at a glance
What the local numbers say about care for older people in Barking, to help you judge the options below.
- London Borough of Barking and Dagenham pays, residential care: £1,063 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953, median £1,783
- Care home beds filled across Barking and Dagenham: 91%. The 12 month average is 89%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 75
- People aged 75 and over: 8,400. Rising to 9,700 by 2035, up 15%
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- Who pays, across Barking and Dagenham (estimate): 72% council, 23% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,200. Rising to 1,300 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,300. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 10%
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 1A Hulse Avenue Romford. Application for a 15 bed care home. Submitted 13 January 2026. Approved with conditions 17 August 2026. (5 miles away)
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Understanding residential care in Barking and what to look for
A residential care home provides accommodation, meals, personal care, and companionship for people who can no longer manage safely at home. Care Assura currently lists nine residential care homes in Barking, of which eight are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission and one is rated Requires Improvement. That gives families a reasonable range of options to compare when weighing up location, atmosphere, and the type of support each home specialises in.
What sets a good residential home apart
The best homes feel welcoming from the moment you walk in. Staff should know residents by name, communal areas should be lively but calm, and bedrooms ought to feel personal rather than clinical. It is worth checking how activities are planned, whether residents can bring their own furniture, and how the home communicates with families. Reading the most recent CQC inspection report alongside your own visit gives a fuller picture than either alone.
Matching a home to the person
Homes in Barking such as SASA Homes Waverley Garden, Schankin House, 102 Faircross Avenue, Westminster House, SASA Homes Limited, Cloud House, Sahara Parkside, Strathfield Gardens, and Faircross Care Home London Limited each have their own character and specialisms. Some are smaller, more homely settings, while others cater for specific needs. Think about mobility, dietary requirements, cultural or religious preferences, and how close family members will be able to visit.
Arranging an assessment and paying for a placement
Before a permanent move, most people benefit from a formal care needs assessment. This looks at daily living, health conditions, mental wellbeing, and any risks at home, and it produces a care plan that homes can use as a starting point. The assessment is free and open to anyone who appears to need support, regardless of finances.
Getting an assessment through the council
You can request an assessment through London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Adult Social Care, who coordinate assessments and any council funded support for residents of Barking. If the assessment identifies eligible needs, a financial assessment follows to work out how much the council will contribute. People with savings and assets above the national threshold usually pay their own fees, while those below may receive help toward the cost.
Typical costs and what they cover
Fees for residential care in London tend to be higher than the national average, and weekly rates vary between homes depending on room size, en suite facilities, and the level of personal care required. Ask each home for a written breakdown so you can see what is included in the core fee and what might be charged separately, such as chiropody, hairdressing, or outings. Where the council contributes, a top up may be needed if you choose a home priced above the standard rate.
9 care homes in Barking
- Sahara Parkside · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Requires improvement
- SASA Homes Waverley Garden · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
- SASA Homes · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
- Cloud House · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
- Westminster House · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
- 102 Faircross Avenue · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
- Strathfield Gardens · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
- Faircross Care Home London · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
- Schankin House · Barking, Barking and Dagenham · CQC Good
What care costs in Barking and Dagenham, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care London figure, because too few Barking and Dagenham homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. | £1,063 | £1,688 to £1,953 |
| Nursing care London figure, because too few Barking and Dagenham homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228. | £1,057 | £2,060 to £2,276 |
| Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Barking and Dagenham homes publish this price. 18 homes. Median £1,979. | Not published separately | £1,889 to £2,049 |
| Nursing dementia care London figure, because too few Barking and Dagenham homes publish this price. 10 homes. Median £2,283. | Not published separately | £2,114 to £2,340 |
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. Powered by Orrery Intelligence.
Inspected most recently
- Westminster House, 15 January 2026, Good
- Sahara Parkside, 2 June 2025, Requires improvement
- Strathfield Gardens, 11 June 2024, Good
Longest since a report
- SASA Homes Limited, 7 February 2019, Good
- Faircross Care Home London Limited, 26 March 2020, Good
- Schankin House, 10 May 2022, Good
Frequently asked questions about care homes in Barking
How many care homes are there in Barking?
Barking has 9 CQC registered care homes: 8 Good, 1 Requires improvement. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
How much does a care home cost in Barking?
London Borough of Barking and Dagenham pays an average of £1,063 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Barking and Dagenham homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. 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.
Which care homes in Barking were inspected most recently?
Westminster House (15 January 2026), Sahara Parkside (2 June 2025) and Strathfield Gardens (11 June 2024) have the most recent CQC reports.