Linwood
Linwood is a residential care home in Thames Ditton, Surrey (KT7 0BS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Linwood
Linwood in Thames Ditton is a residential care home supporting older people and younger adults, including many people living with dementia. Respite stays are part of what we do. The house runs on the idea that people have moved home rather than moved into a system. People get up when they wake, eat when they are hungry, keep their own furniture and photographs around them, and spend the day where they choose, in company or quietly on their own. Help with washing, dressing and getting about is given when it is wanted and as discreetly as we can manage. Dementia care here is mostly about steadiness. Familiar faces, a predictable rhythm to the day, and staff who know somebody's history well enough to understand what lies behind a difficult afternoon. We gather that history with families when a person arrives and keep adding to it, so the knowledge belongs to the home rather than leaving at the end of a shift. Meals are cooked on the premises and matter a great deal to how people feel. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated the home good overall, and visitors are welcome at any reasonable time.
Care provided at Linwood
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 16 February 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Linwood compares in Elmbridge
Measured against the 37 care homes for older people registered in Elmbridge. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 67 places. Larger than 26 of the 37 homes. The local average is 52 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 24 of the 37 homes (65%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Surrey the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 16 February 2026. 3 of the 37 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 30 of the 37 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 37 homes, 27 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 24 of the 28 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 Elmbridge.
The local picture: Elmbridge
What the numbers say about care for older people in Elmbridge, 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: 14,400. Rising to 16,800 by 2035, up 16%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,500. Rising to 6,500 by 2035, up 44%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 25%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 68%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Surrey as a whole is 68%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 101. Surrey average is 90.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 7 changed owner, covering 342 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.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 3.7 miles: Hobkirk House 109 Blagdon Road New Malden. Application for a 80 bed care home. Submitted 15 April 2026. Approved 9 September 2026.
- 4 miles: 8 Hollymoor Lane Epsom Surrey. Application for a 5 bed care home through a change of use. Submitted 15 August 2025. Approved 20 October 2025.
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 Linwood
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 16 June 2026.
- Run by
- Anchor Hanover Group, which runs 131 adult social care services in England. 110 of the 129 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
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 Linwood
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
- Kingston Hospital, Kingston upon Thames, 2.9 miles away
It is about 2.9 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
- Thorkhill Surgery, 0.4 miles away
- The Groves Hinchley Wood Surgery, 0.9 miles away
- Glenlyn Medical Centre, 1.2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Weston Cottage Dental Practice, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Thames Dental and Facial Care, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Hinchley Wood Practice, 0.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Thorkhill Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
- Wallis Jones Pharmacy, 0.9 miles away
- Kent Pharmacy, 1.2 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Thames Ditton Station, 0.2 miles away
- Hinchley Wood Station, 0.9 miles away
- Esher Station, 1 mile away
Around Linwood
- H: Linwood
- 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 Linwood
Where is Linwood located?
Linwood is a residential care home in Thames Ditton, Surrey, KT7 0BS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Linwood provide?
Linwood is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Linwood's CQC rating?
Linwood is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 16 February 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Linwood provide dementia care?
Yes. Linwood supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Linwood offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Linwood offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Linwood
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Linwood 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. Linwood 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. Linwood 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?
Yes. Yes. Linwood supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Linwood 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 Linwood. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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