Care Homes in Islington
The Islington local authority area in London has 18 care homes registered with the CQC, with 758 beds available in total. 1 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 14 are rated Good, reflecting excellent overall care standards across the area. Nursing care is available at 10 homes across Islington, with specialist provision including mental health conditions and dementia.
Areas in Islington
Specialist Care in Islington
All Care Homes
N1 (7)
N6 (2)
N19 (2)
N4 (1)
N5 (2)
N7 (4)
Choosing a Care Home in Islington
With 18 care homes across Islington, families have 15 well-rated options to consider.
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 Islington — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Islington has 1 Outstanding-rated home — see the full comparison of best care homes in Islington.
Nearby Councils
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Islington?
There are 18 CQC-registered care homes in Islington with a total of 758 beds. They span 6 postcode districts across the London region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Islington have?
Of the 18 care homes in Islington: 1 are rated Outstanding, 14 are rated Good, 0 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 3 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Islington?
Yes — Islington has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (9 homes), Learning Disability Care (6 homes), Mental Health Care (11 homes), Nursing Care (10 homes), Physical Disability Care (9 homes), Residential Care (8 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Islington?
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 Islington 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