Best Care Homes in Lambeth (2026)
34 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlie House | Outstanding | Nursing | 53 |
| Ambleside Lodge - London | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Deepdene House | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Kirkstall Lodge | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Leigham Lodge | Good | Residential | 6 |
| High View Residential Unit | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Limetree Care Home | Good | Nursing | 92 |
| Windmill Lodge Care Home | Good | Nursing | 93 |
| Magnolia Court | Good | Residential | 2 |
| L'Arche London Gothic Lodge | Good | Residential | 6 |
| St Mary's Care Home | Good | Nursing | 86 |
| Crownwise Limited - Parkview | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Crownwise Limited - St Andrews | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Crownwise Limited - Streatham Common South | Good | Residential | 7 |
| CareTech Community Services Limited - 25 Garrads Road | Good | Residential | 14 |
| Vosse Court | Good | Residential | 6 |
| 229 Mitcham Lane Limited - 11 Angles Road | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Mountearl | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Thanet House | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Aashna House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 38 |
| Pinfold Home | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Gleneagle House | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Uplands Care Home | Good | Nursing | 65 |
| 49 Oakdale Road | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Minehead | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Signature-Hopton | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Joybrook | Requires improvement | Residential | 15 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence | Requires improvement | Nursing | 56 |
| Havelock Court Care Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 60 |
| Rosenmanor 1 | Requires improvement | Residential | 9 |
| La Rosa Residential Care Home | Requires improvement | Residential | 7 |
| La Rosa 2 | Requires improvement | Residential | 6 |
| British Home & Hospital for Incurables | Requires improvement | Nursing | 127 |
| Phoenix House | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 4 |
Choosing a Care Home in Lambeth
With 34 care homes in Lambeth, families have 26 well-rated options to choose from. 7 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 8 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 26 residential homes.
We recommend shortlisting 3–5 homes, visiting each in person, and using our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Pay attention to staffing levels, the atmosphere on the day, and how staff interact with residents. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare — is also essential before making a decision.
Lambeth care homes offer specialist support for residential care, mental health care, learning disability care, nursing care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Lambeth?
Lambeth has 34 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 903 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Lambeth?
Lambeth has 1 Outstanding-rated care home and 25 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding is the highest possible CQC grade and means inspectors found exceptional, person-centred care.
What types of care are available in Lambeth?
Lambeth has 8 nursing care homes and 26 residential homes, including 6 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, mental health care, learning disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Lambeth?
Start with the CQC rating — Outstanding and Good-rated homes have passed independent inspections. Then visit in person: speak with staff and current residents' families, ask about staffing levels, activities, and how they handle changing health needs. Our choosing guide walks you through each step.
How are care home fees funded in Lambeth?
Lambeth Council will carry out a care needs and financial assessment for those seeking local authority funding. Anyone with assets above £23,250 typically funds their own care. NHS Continuing Healthcare is available for complex medical needs. See our funding guide for full details.