Care Homes in Harrow
The Harrow local authority area in London has 53 care homes registered with the CQC, with 1,461 beds available in total. 3 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 46 are rated Good, reflecting excellent overall care standards across the area. Nursing care is available at 16 homes across Harrow, with specialist provision including dementia and learning disabilities.
Areas in Harrow
Specialist Care in Harrow
All Care Homes
HA7 (9)
HA3 (14)
HA1 (15)
HA8 (2)
HA5 (8)
HA2 (4)
Choosing a Care Home in Harrow
With 53 care homes across Harrow, families have 49 well-rated options to consider. 2 homes currently require improvement — always read the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
We recommend shortlisting three to five homes, visiting each in person, and using our guide to choosing a care home to compare them systematically. Before committing, it is also worth understanding how care home fees are funded in Harrow — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Harrow has 3 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Harrow.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Harrow?
There are 53 CQC-registered care homes in Harrow with a total of 1,461 beds. They span 7 postcode districts across the London region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Harrow have?
Of the 53 care homes in Harrow: 3 are rated Outstanding, 46 are rated Good, 2 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 2 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Harrow?
Yes — Harrow has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (29 homes), Learning Disability Care (24 homes), Mental Health Care (20 homes), Nursing Care (16 homes), Physical Disability Care (20 homes), Residential Care (37 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (8 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Harrow?
Start by shortlisting three to five homes based on CQC rating, location, and specialist needs. Visit each in person and check the latest CQC inspection report on carehome.page. Contact Harrow council to understand funding contributions — the local authority may cover part of the cost depending on financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data