Care Homes in London: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in London — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
London has 1287 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 14 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 457 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in London have access to well-rated care options.
159 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 406 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 251 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 16,974 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in London
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nightingale House | Outstanding | Nursing | 115 |
| Hallmark Kew House Luxury Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 81 |
| Margaret Thatcher Infirmary | Outstanding | Nursing | 68 |
| Bridgeside Lodge Care Centre | Outstanding | Nursing | 64 |
| Fairlie House | Outstanding | Nursing | 53 |
| Loveday Kensington | Outstanding | Nursing | 40 |
| Minchenden Lodge | Outstanding | Residential | 25 |
| Shaftesbury Brookside House | Outstanding | Residential | 24 |
| The Grove | Outstanding | Residential | 9 |
| Norwood - 30 Old Church Lane | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| 5 Horse Leaze | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| SignHealth Longley Road | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| Rivercourt Project Short Breaks | Outstanding | Residential | 5 |
| 1 Sheringham Avenue | Outstanding | Residential | 5 |
| Acton Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 130 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in London
Nursing Homes (159)
Qualified nurses on-site 24/7 for residents with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, or conditions requiring regular clinical care.
Browse nursing homes in London →Residential Homes (406)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in London →Dementia Care in London
251 care homes in London specialise in dementia care. These homes typically offer secure environments, specialist training for staff, and activities designed for people living with dementia.
How to Choose a Care Home in London
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 471 homes in London meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (159 homes) and residential (406 homes) based on medical needs.
- 3Visit at least 3 homes — Use our visiting checklist to compare homes in person.
- 4Understand the costs — Care home fees in England average £800–£1,200/week. See our funding guide.
- 5Save and compare — Use the shortlist feature on each care home page to save and compare your favourites side by side.
All Care Homes in London
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