Best Care Homes in Wandsworth (2026)
26 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nightingale House | Outstanding | Nursing | 115 |
| SignHealth Longley Road | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| Trinity Court Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Harding House | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Huguenot Place | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Admiral House - London | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Eden Grange | Good | Nursing | 79 |
| Anvil Close | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Southview Close | Good | Residential | 12 |
| The Pines Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| St Mary's Home | Good | Residential | 42 |
| George Potter House | Good | Nursing | 69 |
| Elysium Care Partnerships Limited - 185 Arabella Drive | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Albert Suites at Battersea Place | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Ashmead Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 110 |
| Heritage Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 72 |
| Bhakti Shyama Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 25 |
| Wardley Street | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Wimbledon Common Care Home | Good | Residential | 79 |
| Wimbledon Common Care Home | Good | Residential | 79 |
| Wandsworth Common Care Home | Good | Nursing | 97 |
| Wandsworth Common Care Home | Good | Nursing | 97 |
| Laverstoke Gardens | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Lyle House | Good | Residential | 70 |
| The Meadowcroft Care Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 64 |
| Rosedene Nursing Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 67 |
Choosing a Care Home in Wandsworth
With 26 care homes in Wandsworth, families have 24 well-rated options to choose from. 2 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 13 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 13 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.
Wandsworth care homes offer specialist support for dementia care, nursing care, residential care, physical disability 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 Wandsworth?
Wandsworth has 26 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,278 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Wandsworth?
Wandsworth has 2 Outstanding-rated care homes and 22 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 Wandsworth?
Wandsworth has 13 nursing care homes and 13 residential homes, including 15 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include dementia care, nursing care, residential care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Wandsworth?
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 Wandsworth?
Wandsworth 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.