Nursing Homes in Hackney
Hackney has 4 CQC registered nursing homes. 4 are rated Good. 3 of the 4 were last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
Hackney at a glance
What the numbers say about care for older people in Hackney.
- London Borough of Hackney pays, residential care: £1,044 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953, median £1,783
- Care home beds filled across Hackney: 89%. The 12 month average is 90%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 26
- People aged 75 and over: 9,100. Rising to 12,200 by 2035, up 34%
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- Who pays, across Hackney (estimate): 239% council, 10% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,300. Rising to 1,700 by 2035, up 32%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,200. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 31%
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Planning and paying for nursing care in Hackney
Nursing homes provide round the clock support from qualified nurses alongside personal care, which makes them suitable for people with complex health needs, long term conditions, or those recovering from a serious illness. Care Assura lists four nursing homes in Hackney, and all four hold a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, which offers a helpful starting point when weighing up your options.
Starting with a care needs assessment
Before committing to a placement, most families arrange a care needs assessment through London Borough of Hackney Adult Social Care. The assessment is free and looks at the person's health, daily living needs, and whether nursing input is genuinely required rather than residential care alone. Once needs are documented, a social worker can advise on suitable settings and help coordinate with health services where district nursing or continuing healthcare might apply.
How placements are funded
Nursing home fees in Hackney typically sit higher than residential rates because of the qualified nursing element. A financial assessment determines whether the local authority contributes towards the fees, based on capital and income thresholds set nationally. Separately, the NHS Funded Nursing Care contribution is paid directly to the home to cover the nursing component, regardless of savings. Where needs are primarily health related, NHS Continuing Healthcare may cover the full cost, and this is assessed jointly by health and social care staff.
Choosing a nursing home in Hackney and what to check
With only four providers in the borough, it is realistic to visit each shortlisted home before making a decision. All four, Acorn Lodge Care Centre, Beis Pinchas, Mary Seacole Nursing Home, and St Anne's Home - London, are rated Good by the CQC, so the comparison usually comes down to atmosphere, specialisms, and how well a home fits the individual.
Reading CQC reports properly
An overall Good rating covers safety, effectiveness, caring, responsiveness, and leadership. Reading the full inspection report reveals where a home particularly excels and any areas the inspectors flagged for improvement. Look at how recent the last inspection was and whether the manager has been in post long enough to embed a consistent culture.
What to observe on a visit
Ask about nurse to resident ratios across day and night shifts, how medicines are managed, and how the home handles hospital admissions or end of life care. Pay attention to whether residents look comfortable and engaged, and whether staff know people by name and preference. Beis Pinchas, for example, has a particular community identity that may matter to some families, while others might prioritise a home near relatives or with dementia nursing expertise. Ask about visiting arrangements, activities, and how families are kept informed about changes in health.
4 nursing homes in Hackney
- Acorn Lodge Care Centre · 15 Atherden Road, London, Hackney, E5 0QP
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Acorn Lodge Limited
Here at Acorn Lodge Care Centre in Hackney, London, we provide nursing home care for older adults, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our team works hard every day to make sure the people living with us feel genuinely at home,...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Respite Care - Beis Pinchas · 2 Schonfeld Square, London, Hackney, N16 0QQ
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Agudas Israel Housing Association Limited
Beis Pinchas is a nursing home in Hackney, with registered nurses on duty around the clock alongside our care team. We look after older people whose health needs require nursing, younger adults with nursing needs, people living with...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Mary Seacole Nursing Home · 39 Nuttall Street, London, Hackney, N1 5LZ
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Mary Seacole Nursing Home is in Hackney, and we care for adults who need qualified nursing on the premises. The people we support include older people and younger adults, people living with dementia, adults with a learning disability or...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - St Anne's Home · Little Sisters of the Poor, London, Hackney, N16 5BL
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Little Sisters of the Poor
Here at St Anne's Home, we are a nursing home based in the heart of Hackney, London, and we take real pride in the care we provide to the people who live with us. We specialise in Older Person Care, Nursing Care and Respite Care, which...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Respite Care
What care costs in Hackney, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care London figure, because too few Hackney homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. | £1,044 | £1,688 to £1,953 |
| Nursing care London figure, because too few Hackney homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228. | £1,305 | £2,060 to £2,276 |
| Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Hackney 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 Hackney 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
- Acorn Lodge Care Centre, 27 January 2024, Good
- St Anne's Home - London, 18 April 2023, Good
- Mary Seacole Nursing Home, 18 April 2020, Good
Longest since a report
- Beis Pinchas, 4 June 2019, Good
- Mary Seacole Nursing Home, 18 April 2020, Good
- St Anne's Home - London, 18 April 2023, Good
Frequently asked questions about nursing homes in Hackney
How many nursing homes are there in Hackney?
Hackney has 4 CQC registered nursing homes: 4 Good. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
How much does a nursing home cost in Hackney?
London Borough of Hackney pays an average of £1,044 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Hackney 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 nursing homes in Hackney were inspected most recently?
Acorn Lodge Care Centre (27 January 2024), St Anne's Home - London (18 April 2023) and Mary Seacole Nursing Home (18 April 2020) have the most recent CQC reports.