Croft Meadow
Croft Meadow is a nursing home in Steyning, West Sussex (BN44 3RJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Croft Meadow
Croft Meadow is a nursing home in Steyning caring for older people who need qualified nursing alongside help with everyday life, and for younger adults whose nursing needs are best met in a home like ours. Nurses are on duty day and night, so medication, wound care and conditions that need watching are managed here and somebody who becomes unwell is seen straight away. Many of our residents are living with dementia. We keep the day calm and predictable, keep the same staff working with the same people and take time to understand what someone is telling us when words have become difficult. If a person wants to be up and about, we make that safe rather than asking them to sit down. Nursing is the foundation of what we do, but the purpose of it is an ordinary life. Residents choose when they get up, what they eat, where they sit and who comes to visit. Food is cooked here and nobody is hurried through a meal, and there is somewhere pleasant to sit outside when the weather allows. Respite stays are available for people needing nursing support for a short period and for family carers who need a proper break. Families are welcome and we would rather hear a worry early than late. Please ring us if you would like to visit and meet the nurses on duty.
Care provided at Croft Meadow
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 29 September 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Croft Meadow compares in Horsham
Measured against the 31 care homes for older people registered in Horsham. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 60 places. Larger than 22 of the 31 homes. The local average is 45 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 24 of the 31 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 29 September 2022. 13 of the 31 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 24 of the 31 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 31 homes, 22 offer nursing care and 23 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 26 of the 29 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Horsham.
The local picture: Horsham
What the numbers say about care for older people in Horsham, 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: 20,000. Rising to 24,600 by 2035, up 23%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,600. Rising to 8,700 by 2035, up 56%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,400 by 2035, up 31%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 66. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 98 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 Croft Meadow
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 17 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 2 December 2025.
- Run by
- Shaw Healthcare Limited, which runs 17 adult social care services in England. 14 of the 17 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 Croft Meadow
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, 5.3 miles away
It is about 5.3 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
- Steyning Health Centre, under 0.1 miles away
- Henfield Medical Centre, 3.9 miles away
- Lime Tree Surgery, 4.1 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Steyning Dental Care Ltd, under 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Highdene (Dental Surgery), 3.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Craigweil Dental Practice, 4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Steyning Pharmacy, under 0.1 miles away
- Upper Beeding Pharmacy, 1.2 miles away
- Henfield Pharmacy, 3.7 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Lancing Station, 4.4 miles away
- Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) Station, 4.6 miles away
- East Worthing Station, 4.9 miles away
Around Croft Meadow
- H: Croft Meadow
- 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 Croft Meadow
Where is Croft Meadow located?
Croft Meadow is a nursing home in Steyning, West Sussex, BN44 3RJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Croft Meadow provide?
Croft Meadow is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Croft Meadow's CQC rating?
Croft Meadow is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 29 September 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Croft Meadow provide dementia care?
Yes. Croft Meadow supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Croft Meadow offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Croft Meadow offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Croft Meadow
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Croft Meadow is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
Yes. Yes. Croft Meadow is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Croft Meadow 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. Croft Meadow 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
Croft Meadow 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Croft Meadow. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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