Care Homes in KT3
The KT3 postcode district has 14 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 352 beds, falling under Kingston upon Thames council. 1 home is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission and 12 are rated Good. 1 home has not yet been inspected.
About care in KT3
KT3 covers New Malden, a suburban district in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames in south-west London. Twelve of the 14 registered homes hold a Good CQC rating and one is Outstanding — a strong quality profile for a London postcode. Kingston upon Thames Council handles adult social care. New Malden has a notable Korean community and several homes in the area reflect diverse cultural care needs. Private care fees in KT3 are significantly above the national average, reflecting south-west London operating costs. Kingston Hospital is the key NHS facility for the area. Families in KT3 should also consider KT1 (Kingston town centre) and KT5 (Surbiton) for additional options nearby.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the KT3 postcode area?
There are 14 CQC-registered care homes in KT3, offering a combined 352 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in KT3 have?
Of the 14 care homes in KT3: 1 home is rated Outstanding; 12 are rated Good; 0 require improvement; and 1 has not yet been inspected. Ratings are awarded by the Care Quality Commission following on-site inspections.
What is the highest-rated care home in KT3?
The White House Nursing Home Limited is among the highest-rated care homes in KT3, holding a CQC rating of Outstanding with 36 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the KT3 postcode?
The KT3 postcode area falls under Kingston upon Thames. Your local council's adult social care team can carry out a needs assessment and, if eligible, help fund or arrange care home placements within their area.
How do I choose a care home in KT3?
Start by checking each home's CQC rating and reading the latest inspection report, which you can access via the CQC website or each home's page on carehome.page. Consider visiting your shortlisted homes in person and asking about staffing ratios, activities programmes, and how the home manages residents' specific needs — whether that's dementia care, nursing support, or specialist conditions. If funding is a concern, contact Kingston upon Thames's adult social care team for a needs and financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data