Care Homes in Wandsworth
Wandsworth has 12 CQC registered care homes. 11 are rated Good, 1 Outstanding. 10 of the 12 were last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
Wandsworth at a glance
What the numbers say about care for older people in Wandsworth.
- London Borough of Wandsworth pays, residential care: £1,382 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953, median £1,783
- Care home beds filled across Wandsworth: 89%. The 12 month average is 86%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 62
- People aged 75 and over: 16,100. Rising to 19,300 by 2035, up 20%
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- Who pays, across Wandsworth (estimate): 70% council, 42% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,200. Rising to 2,700 by 2035, up 26%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,000 by 2035, up 34%
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What residential care in Wandsworth involves and what to look for
Residential care homes in Wandsworth support older people and adults who can no longer manage safely at home, offering personal care, meals, housekeeping and social activities within a shared setting. Care Assura currently lists 13 residential care homes across the borough, ranging from small services with a homely feel to larger providers with more extensive facilities. Of these, one holds an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission, SignHealth Longley Road, while the remaining twelve are rated Good, so families in Wandsworth have a solid choice of well regarded homes to consider.
Matching a home to individual needs
Before shortlisting, it helps to be clear about the level of support required day to day. Some people simply need help with washing, dressing and medication prompts, while others benefit from specialist support such as dementia care or communication focused services. SignHealth Longley Road, for example, is aimed at Deaf adults, whereas homes such as Admiral House - London, Huguenot Place and Wimbledon Common Care Home cover more general residential needs. Think about location too, since being close to family, familiar parks or a place of worship in Wandsworth can make a lasting difference to how settled someone feels.
Signs of a well run home
When you visit places like Anvil Close, Harding House, Laverstoke Gardens, Lyle House, Southview Close, St Mary's Home, Wardley Street or Elysium Care Partnerships Limited - 185 Arabella Drive, look beyond the decor. Notice how staff speak to residents, whether people look comfortable and occupied, and how mealtimes and activities are organised. Ask to see the latest CQC report, the complaints record and the activities programme. A confident home will welcome questions and let you spend time observing the atmosphere.
Arranging an assessment and understanding the cost of care
Most families begin by requesting a care needs assessment, which is free and available to any adult in Wandsworth who appears to need support. The assessment looks at daily living, mobility, health conditions and social circumstances, and it results in a written plan setting out what type of care would be suitable. If a residential setting is recommended, this plan becomes the basis for choosing a home and for any funding conversation that follows.
How the council can help
You can request an assessment through London Borough of Wandsworth Adult Social Care, which is the authority responsible for arranging and, where eligible, contributing to the cost of care placements. A financial assessment is carried out separately to decide how much someone needs to pay themselves. People with capital above the national upper threshold generally fund their own care, while those below it may receive partial or full support from the council. NHS Continuing Healthcare is a separate route for people whose needs are primarily health related.
Typical cost context
Fees for residential care in Wandsworth vary between homes and depend on the room, the level of support and any specialist provision. London weighting tends to make fees in the borough higher than the national average, so it is worth asking each home for a full written breakdown, including what is and is not included, before making any commitment. If the council is contributing, check whether a family top up is expected and, if so, agree this in writing at the outset.
12 care homes in Wandsworth
- Admiral House · 22 Thrale Road, London, Wandsworth, SW16 1PA
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Admiral Healthcare Limited
Admiral House is a residential care home in Wandsworth, London. We support older people and younger adults, including people managing mental health conditions, and we offer respite stays for people who need care for a shorter period. We...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Anvil Close · 21-24 Anvil Close, London, Wandsworth, SW16 6YA
Care home · CQC Good · Run by MacIntyre Care
Here at Anvil Close, we are a care home based in Wandsworth, London, providing residential care for people with learning disabilities and autism, as well as respite care for those who need short term support. We understand that choosing...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care - Elysium Care Partnerships - 185 Arabella Drive · 185 Arabella Drive, London, Wandsworth, SW15 5LH
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Elysium Care Partnerships Limited
We at 185 Arabella Drive offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in London, providing specialist support for adults with learning disabilities and autism in the heart of Wandsworth. Our home has been thoughtfully designed to feel...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Harding House · 70 North Side Wandsworth Common, London, Wandsworth, SW18 2QX
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Achieve Together Limited
Harding House is a residential care home in Wandsworth supporting adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, people living with mental health conditions and people with sight or hearing loss. This is a home and we run it as one....
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Huguenot Place · 6 Huguenot Place, London, Wandsworth, SW18 2EN
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Achieve Together Limited
At Huguenot Place, we provide residential care for adults in the heart of Wandsworth, London. We support people living with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Laverstoke Gardens · 49 Laverstoke Gardens, London, Wandsworth, SW15 4JB
Care home · CQC Good · Run by The Frances Taylor Foundation
We are a residential home in Wandsworth supporting adults with learning disabilities and autistic people. The house is run as a household rather than a service. Everyone has their own room and their own things, and the week is worked out...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care - Lyle House · 207 Arabella Drive, London, Wandsworth, SW15 5LH
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Country Court Care Homes 2 Limited
We are a residential care home in Wandsworth, providing a home for older people who need help with daily living, including those living with dementia. We try to run the place so that it belongs to the people who live in it. Residents have...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Respite Care - SignHealth Longley Road · SignHealth, London, Wandsworth, SW17 9LD
Care home · CQC Outstanding · Run by SignHealth
At SignHealth Longley Road, we provide residential care for people whose needs and experiences vary widely. Based in Wandsworth, London, we support older people, younger adults, and individuals living with learning disabilities, autism,...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Southview Close · 1 Southview Close, London, Wandsworth, SW17 9TU
Care home · CQC Good · Run by MacIntyre Care
Southview Close is a small residential home in Wandsworth supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. It is a house in an ordinary London street, and that is exactly what we want it to be. Being small means people...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care - St Mary's Home · High Street, London, Wandsworth, SW15 4HJ
Care home · CQC Good · Run by The Frances Taylor Foundation
St Mary's Home is a residential care home in Wandsworth, in this part of London, supporting adults who have a learning disability and autistic adults. We also offer respite stays for people who need support for a shorter period. The people...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care - Wardley Street · 2 Wardley Street, London, Wandsworth, SW18 4LU
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Southside Partnership
Wardley Street is a care home in Wandsworth. We provide residential care for adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, including people with a physical disability, and we support both younger adults and older people. Respite...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Wimbledon Common Care Home · 6 Victoria Drive, London, Wandsworth, SW19 6AB
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Redwood Tower UK Opco 1 Limited
Wimbledon Common Care Home is a residential care home in Wandsworth, London. We provide a settled home for older people and for younger adults whose needs are best met in a home of this kind. The people who live here have quite different...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
What care costs in Wandsworth, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care London figure, because too few Wandsworth homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. | £1,382 | £1,688 to £1,953 |
| Nursing care London figure, because too few Wandsworth homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228. | £1,234 | £2,060 to £2,276 |
| Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Wandsworth 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 Wandsworth 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
- SignHealth Longley Road, 14 January 2026, Outstanding
- Huguenot Place, 4 December 2024, Good
- Wimbledon Common Care Home, 2 August 2023, Good
Longest since a report
- Admiral House - London, 27 June 2019, Good
- Lyle House, 6 August 2021, Good
- Laverstoke Gardens, 14 April 2022, Good
Frequently asked questions about care homes in Wandsworth
How many care homes are there in Wandsworth?
Wandsworth has 12 CQC registered care homes: 1 Outstanding, 11 Good. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
How much does a care home cost in Wandsworth?
London Borough of Wandsworth pays an average of £1,382 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Wandsworth 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 Wandsworth were inspected most recently?
SignHealth Longley Road (14 January 2026), Huguenot Place (4 December 2024) and Wimbledon Common Care Home (2 August 2023) have the most recent CQC reports.