Care Homes in Waltham Forest
There are 46 care homes registered with the CQC in Waltham Forest, London, providing 1,026 beds across a range of residential and nursing settings. CQC inspection data shows 1 Outstanding-rated homes and 41 Good-rated homes, with strong overall care standards. Nursing care is available at 4 homes across Waltham Forest, with specialist provision including dementia and mental health conditions.
Areas in Waltham Forest
Specialist Care in Waltham Forest
All Care Homes
E17 (11)
E4 (15)
E10 (6)
E11 (13)
Choosing a Care Home in Waltham Forest
With 46 care homes across Waltham Forest, families have 42 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 Waltham Forest — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Waltham Forest has 1 Outstanding-rated home — see the full comparison of best care homes in Waltham Forest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Waltham Forest?
There are 46 CQC-registered care homes in Waltham Forest with a total of 1,026 beds. They span 5 postcode districts across the London region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Waltham Forest have?
Of the 46 care homes in Waltham Forest: 1 are rated Outstanding, 41 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 Waltham Forest?
Yes — Waltham Forest has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (20 homes), Learning Disability Care (16 homes), Mental Health Care (17 homes), Nursing Care (4 homes), Physical Disability Care (14 homes), Residential Care (42 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (8 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Waltham Forest?
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 Waltham Forest 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