Care Homes in SM1
The SM1 postcode district has 13 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 307 beds, falling under Sutton council. 13 are rated Good.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the SM1 postcode area?
There are 13 CQC-registered care homes in SM1, offering a combined 307 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in SM1 have?
Of the 13 care homes in SM1: 0 are rated Outstanding; 13 are rated Good; 0 require improvement; and 0 have not yet been inspected. Ratings are awarded by the Care Quality Commission following on-site inspections.
What is the highest-rated care home in SM1?
Tennyson Grange is among the highest-rated care homes in SM1, holding a CQC rating of Good with 83 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the SM1 postcode?
The SM1 postcode area falls under Sutton. 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 SM1?
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 Sutton'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