Whyke Lodge
Whyke Lodge is a residential care home in Chichester, West Sussex (PO19 8JG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Whyke Lodge
Whyke Lodge is a residential care home in Chichester, West Sussex, providing care for older people, including people living with dementia. We offer permanent places and shorter respite stays. We are a home rather than an institution and we work quite hard to keep that true. People here get up when they wake, eat what they like, and pass the day as they choose. There is company and activity for those who want it and no obligation at all for those who would rather have a quiet corner, a book and the window open. The care covers help with washing and dressing, medication, meals cooked on the premises, support with mobility, and somebody always around when a person needs them. For those living with dementia, we keep the routine steady and the staff familiar, and we arrange the house so that it is easy to understand and move around. Chichester is where most of the people living here have spent their lives, and we keep those connections going with trips out, local visitors, and families welcome whenever they wish to come. Respite can cover a family holiday or a period of recovery after illness. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please ring us if you would like to come and see the home.
Care provided at Whyke Lodge
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 4 July 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Whyke Lodge compares in Chichester
Measured against the 43 care homes for older people registered in Chichester. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 23 places. Smaller than 32 of the 43 homes. The local average is 41 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 33 of the 43 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 4 July 2025. 8 of the 43 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2020. 13 of the 43 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 43 homes, 31 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 39 of the 40 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 Chichester.
The local picture: Chichester
What the numbers say about care for older people in Chichester, in West Sussex.
What care costs in West Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,033 | £1,343 to £1,804 (Middle half of prices from 14 West Sussex homes. Median £1,579.) |
| Nursing care | £1,125 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex 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: 19,900. Rising to 23,600 by 2035, up 19%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,600. Rising to 8,400 by 2035, up 49%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 62%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 81. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 111 beds.
- Care home beds filled across West Sussex: 85%. The 12 month average is 84%.
- Who pays, across West Sussex (estimate): 34% council, 51% 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 Whyke Lodge
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 17 November 2020, so 5 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 7 March 2025.
- Run by
- Mrs Nadia Walsh, 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 Whyke Lodge
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
- St Richard's Hospital, Chichester, 1 mile away
It is about 1 mile 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
- Cathedral Medical Group, 0.5 miles away
- Langley House Surgery, 0.9 miles away
- Parklands Surgery, 1.1 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Market House Dental Practice, 0.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Family Dental Clinic Ltd, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- P L Dukoff-Gordon Dental Surgery, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Kamsons Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
- Boots, 0.8 miles away
- Doctors Direct Pharmacy Ltd, 0.8 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Chichester Station, 0.7 miles away
- Fishbourne Station, 2.2 miles away
- Bosham Station, 3.6 miles away
Around Whyke Lodge
- H: Whyke Lodge
- 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.
Common questions about Whyke Lodge
Where is Whyke Lodge located?
Whyke Lodge is a residential care home in Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8JG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Whyke Lodge provide?
Whyke Lodge 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 Whyke Lodge's CQC rating?
Whyke Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 4 July 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Whyke Lodge provide dementia care?
Yes. Whyke Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Whyke Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Whyke Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Whyke Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Whyke Lodge 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. Whyke Lodge 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. Whyke Lodge 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. Whyke Lodge 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
Whyke Lodge 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 Whyke Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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