Best Care Homes in Southwark (2026)
14 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glengarry Road | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Athol House - Care Home Physical Disabilities | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Camberwell Lodge | Good | Nursing | 98 |
| Orient St Adult Respite Unit | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Gaywood Street | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Greenhive House | Good | Residential | 64 |
| Bluegrove House | Good | Residential | 48 |
| Waterside | Good | Nursing | 49 |
| Dunton Road | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Mundania | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Fenwick | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Rose Court Care Home | Requires improvement | Residential | 64 |
| Tower Bridge Care Centre | Requires improvement | Nursing | 122 |
| The Elms | Requires improvement | Residential | 25 |
Choosing a Care Home in Southwark
With 14 care homes in Southwark, families have 11 well-rated options to choose from. 3 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 3 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 11 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.
Southwark care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, learning disability care, mental health 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 Southwark?
Southwark has 14 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 523 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Southwark?
Southwark has 0 Outstanding-rated care homes and 11 Good-rated care homes.
What types of care are available in Southwark?
Southwark has 3 nursing care homes and 11 residential homes, including 8 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, learning disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Southwark?
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 Southwark?
Southwark 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.