Care Homes in Lewisham

Lewisham has 50 CQC-registered care homes across London, offering 908 beds for residents needing residential or nursing support. 44 homes are rated Good by the CQC and 2 Require Improvement, reflecting strong overall care standards across the area. The local offer includes 8 nursing homes and 42 residential homes, with particular strength in mental health conditions and dementia care.

50
Care Homes
908
Total Beds
3.9
Avg Rating
0 Outstanding
44 Good
2 RI
1 Inadequate

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Choosing a Care Home in Lewisham

With 50 care homes across Lewisham, families have 44 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 Lewisham — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many care homes are in Lewisham?

There are 50 CQC-registered care homes in Lewisham with a total of 908 beds. They span 10 postcode districts across the London region.

What CQC ratings do care homes in Lewisham have?

Of the 50 care homes in Lewisham: 0 are rated Outstanding, 44 are rated Good, 2 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 3 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.

Are there specialist care homes in Lewisham?

Yes — Lewisham has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (19 homes), Learning Disability Care (17 homes), Mental Health Care (34 homes), Nursing Care (8 homes), Physical Disability Care (15 homes), Residential Care (42 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (6 homes).

How do I choose a care home in Lewisham?

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 Lewisham 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

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