Care Homes in SM7
The SM7 postcode district has 14 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 644 beds, falling under Surrey council. 10 are rated Good. 3 homes currently require improvement. 1 home has not yet been inspected.
About care in SM7
SM7 covers Banstead, Nork, Tadworth, Kingswood, and the North Downs villages in the Borough of Reigate and Banstead, Surrey. Ten of the 14 registered homes hold a Good CQC rating; none are currently rated Outstanding. Surrey County Council administers adult social care — Surrey has some of England's higher personal budget rates, which reduces but does not eliminate top-up fees for premium homes. With 644 beds across the postcode, SM7 has substantial care capacity for a Surrey commuter belt area. Private fee rates are high, reflecting the district's property values. Epsom General Hospital serves the area for hospital-based referrals and discharge coordination.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the SM7 postcode area?
There are 14 CQC-registered care homes in SM7, offering a combined 644 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in SM7 have?
Of the 14 care homes in SM7: 0 are rated Outstanding; 10 are rated Good; 3 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 SM7?
Signature at Banstead is among the highest-rated care homes in SM7, holding a CQC rating of Good with 96 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the SM7 postcode?
The SM7 postcode area falls under Surrey. 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 SM7?
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 Surrey'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