Nursing Homes in Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest has 3 CQC registered nursing homes. 3 are rated Good. 1 of the 3 was last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
Waltham Forest at a glance
What the numbers say about care for older people in Waltham Forest.
- London Borough of Waltham Forest pays, residential care: £1,208 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953, median £1,783
- Care home beds filled across Waltham Forest: 90%. The 12 month average is 89%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 45
- People aged 75 and over: 13,600. Rising to 16,500 by 2035, up 22%
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- Who pays, across Waltham Forest (estimate): 69% council, 24% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,900. Rising to 2,300 by 2035, up 22%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,800. Rising to 4,700 by 2035, up 23%
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What nursing care in Waltham Forest involves and what to look for
Nursing homes differ from residential settings because they have qualified nurses on duty around the clock, alongside care assistants. They suit people whose health needs are more complex, such as those living with advanced frailty, long term conditions requiring clinical monitoring, or palliative needs. Care Assura currently lists four nursing homes serving Waltham Forest, all of which hold a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission. The providers featured are Albany Nursing Home, Heathlands Care Home and Aspray House.
Matching a home to clinical and personal needs
Start by writing down what the person actually needs day to day, from wound care or medication management through to help with mobility, continence or memory support. A good nursing home will be able to explain how it staffs its nursing rota, how it works with local GPs and district nurses, and how it plans care around each resident. It is also worth thinking about the softer details, including atmosphere, food, garden access and how visitors are welcomed.
Reading CQC reports and visiting in person
The CQC ratings give a helpful starting point, but the full inspection report will tell you more about safety, leadership and how responsive the service is. Try to visit each shortlisted home at least twice, ideally once unannounced and at different times of day. Notice how staff speak to residents, whether call bells are answered quickly and whether the environment feels calm and clean.
Arranging an assessment and understanding funding
Before a nursing placement is agreed, the person needing care should have a care needs assessment. This is a free service arranged through London Borough of Waltham Forest Adult Social Care, and it looks at daily living, health, mental wellbeing and the support already in place from family. The outcome is a written summary of needs which then guides what type of setting is most appropriate.
How funding is worked out
Once needs are agreed, a financial assessment determines who pays. If a person has capital above the upper threshold set nationally, they will usually be a self funder. Where savings and assets fall below the threshold, London Borough of Waltham Forest may contribute towards the fees, though a personal contribution from income is normally expected. Anyone assessed as needing nursing care is also entitled to NHS funded nursing care, a weekly payment made directly to the home to cover the nursing element.
Typical cost context
Nursing home fees in and around Waltham Forest are generally higher than residential fees, reflecting the clinical staffing involved. Costs vary between providers depending on room type, location and the complexity of care required. Always ask for a written breakdown of the weekly fee, what is included, and how and when fees are reviewed. If you may need to rely on local authority support at any stage, discuss this openly with the home before signing a contract.
3 nursing homes in Waltham Forest
- Albany Nursing Home · 11-12 Albany Road, London, Waltham Forest, E10 7EL
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Topcare Limited
Albany Nursing Home is a nursing home in Waltham Forest, London. We care for adults who need qualified nursing support, including people living with dementia, people managing mental health conditions and people with physical disabilities....
Specialisms: Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Respite Care - Aspray House · 481 LeaBridge Road, London, Waltham Forest, E10 7EB
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Aspray House Ltd
Aspray House is a nursing home in Waltham Forest, London, caring for people who need qualified nursing support alongside help with daily living. We care for residents living with dementia, and we offer respite stays for those who need...
Specialisms: Dementia Care, Respite Care - Heathlands Care Home · 2b Hatch Lane, London, Waltham Forest, E4 6NF
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Heathlands Care Home (Chingford) Ltd
Heathlands Care Home is a nursing home in Waltham Forest, east London. We provide nursing care for older people, including those living with dementia, people with a physical disability and people with sight or hearing loss. We also support...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
What care costs in Waltham Forest, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care London figure, because too few Waltham Forest homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. | £1,208 | £1,688 to £1,953 |
| Nursing care London figure, because too few Waltham Forest homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228. | £1,199 | £2,060 to £2,276 |
| Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest 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
- Aspray House, 27 February 2026, Good
- Heathlands Care Home, 26 August 2025, Good
- Albany Nursing Home, 17 April 2020, Good
Longest since a report
- Albany Nursing Home, 17 April 2020, Good
- Heathlands Care Home, 26 August 2025, Good
- Aspray House, 27 February 2026, Good
Frequently asked questions about nursing homes in Waltham Forest
How many nursing homes are there in Waltham Forest?
Waltham Forest has 3 CQC registered nursing homes: 3 Good. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
How much does a nursing home cost in Waltham Forest?
London Borough of Waltham Forest pays an average of £1,208 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest were inspected most recently?
Aspray House (27 February 2026), Heathlands Care Home (26 August 2025) and Albany Nursing Home (17 April 2020) have the most recent CQC reports.