Care Homes in Wigan
Wigan is a local authority in the North West region of England with 57 CQC-registered care homes and 2,340 beds in total. 4 homes have achieved an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission , while 45 are rated Good. 4 homes require improvement. Care homes in Wigan span 10 postcode districts.
Areas in Wigan
Specialist Care in Wigan
All Care Homes
WN7 (8)
WN2 (10)
M46 (4)
WN5 (8)
WN1 (7)
WN3 (5)
WA3 (4)
WN6 (6)
WN4 (4)
Choosing a Care Home in Wigan
With 57 care homes across Wigan, families have 49 well-rated options to consider. 4 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 Wigan — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Wigan has 4 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Wigan.
Nearby Councils
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data