Longmead House
Longmead House is a residential care home in Caterham, Surrey (CR3 5HG). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Longmead House
Longmead House is a residential care home in Caterham for older people, including those living with dementia. We are not a nursing home, and our strengths are personal care, a settled daily rhythm and knowing the people who live here properly rather than from paperwork. We help with washing and dressing, medication, meals and whatever else has become difficult, at the pace of the person and not the pace of a rota. Residents decide when they get up and go to bed, where they sit, what they eat and whether they want company or a quiet room with the door closed. For residents living with dementia we keep the surroundings familiar and the staff consistent, explain what is happening as we go and try to work out what is behind a change in mood instead of treating it as a symptom. Families usually know a person far better than any assessment, and what they tell us shapes how we work. Mealtimes matter here. Food is cooked on the premises, we ask people what they actually fancy and nobody is hurried along. Respite stays are available, whether to give a family carer a break, to help somebody build strength back up after illness or to let a person see what living here is like before making a longer decision. You are welcome to visit, look round and ask us whatever you want to know.
Care provided at Longmead House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 August 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Longmead House compares in Tandridge
Measured against the 30 care homes for older people registered in Tandridge. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 23 places. Smaller than 20 of the 30 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 19 of the 30 homes (63%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Surrey the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 18 August 2025. 9 of the 30 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 23 of the 30 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 30 homes, 18 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 4 out of 5. The same rating as 2 of the 21 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Tandridge.
The local picture: Tandridge
What the numbers say about care for older people in Tandridge, in Surrey.
What care costs in Surrey, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £952 | £1,654 to £1,931 (Middle half of prices from 18 Surrey homes. Median £1,772.) |
| Nursing care | £988 | £1,920 to £2,155 (Middle half of prices from 13 Surrey homes. Median £2,025.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,725 to £2,020 (Middle half of prices from 14 Surrey homes. Median £1,842.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Surrey homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 10,600. Rising to 12,100 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,100. Rising to 4,600 by 2035, up 49%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,400. Rising to 1,700 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 70%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Surrey as a whole is 68%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 91. Surrey average is 90.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 122 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Surrey: 88%. The 12 month average is 87%.
- Who pays, across Surrey (estimate): 32% council, 52% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Longmead House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 24 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 4 out of 5. Good. Last inspected by the local council on 10 July 2023.
- Run by
- Bridget Catherina McAleese, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Longmead House
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, 5.9 miles away
It is about 5.9 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Caterham Valley Medical Practice, 0.9 miles away
- Old Coulsdon Medical Practice, 1.6 miles away
- Warlingham Green Med Prac, 2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Townend Dental Practice, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Caterham Dental Surgery, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Firs Dental Surgery, 0.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Chemitex Ltd, 0.4 miles away
- Caterham Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
- Vitaltone Pharmacy, 0.9 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Caterham Station, 0.8 miles away
- Whyteleafe South Station, 1 mile away
- Upper Warlingham Station, 1.3 miles away
Around Longmead House
- H: Longmead House
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Local care news in Surrey
- New 30 bed care home registered with CQC in Waverley: Bridge House Care Home (5 November 2026)
- CQC register adds a new care home in Waverley: Cedar Court Care Home (5 November 2026)
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Common questions about Longmead House
Where is Longmead House located?
Longmead House is a residential care home in Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5HG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Longmead House provide?
Longmead House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Longmead House's CQC rating?
Longmead House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 18 August 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Longmead House provide dementia care?
Yes. Longmead House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Longmead House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Longmead House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Longmead House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Longmead House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Longmead House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Longmead House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. Longmead House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Longmead House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Longmead House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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