Ashdown Lodge
Ashdown Lodge is a residential care home in Littlehampton, West Sussex (BN16 3PJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ashdown Lodge
Ashdown Lodge is a residential care home in Littlehampton, West Sussex, providing a settled and comfortable home for older people who are finding it hard to manage on their own. A good deal of our work is with people living with dementia. We keep the day unhurried and familiar, we avoid changing things without good reason, and we spend time at the start learning about somebody's life, family, work and habits, because knowing who a person has been tells us far more about how to support them now than any list of needs. Families help enormously with that, and we ask them for the small details as much as the medical ones. Beyond that, life here is decided by the people living it. Some want company and whatever is going on; others would rather have their own room and their own quiet. Both are perfectly reasonable. Visitors are welcome at whatever time suits them, and we keep relatives properly informed about how things are going. We also offer respite stays, which suit family carers needing a planned break and people who need support for a few weeks after illness or a hospital admission. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good, which we treat as a starting point rather than a destination. If you are looking at homes near Littlehampton, please come and see us on an ordinary day.
Care provided at Ashdown Lodge
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 16 June 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Ashdown Lodge compares in Arun
Measured against the 78 care homes for older people registered in Arun. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 13 places. Smaller than 70 of the 78 homes. The local average is 35 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 59 of the 78 homes (76%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 16 June 2026. 9 of the 78 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- August 2017. 24 of the 78 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 78 homes, 55 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 70 of the 73 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 Arun.
The local picture: Arun
What the numbers say about care for older people in Arun, 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: 27,900. Rising to 32,300 by 2035, up 16%
- People aged 85 and over: 7,800. Rising to 11,500 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 3,600. Rising to 4,500 by 2035, up 25%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 66%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 93. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 3 changed owner, covering 136 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 Ashdown Lodge
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 31 August 2017, so 9 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 1 October 2024.
- Run by
- Ashdown Lodge Care Home Limited, 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 Ashdown 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
- Worthing Hospital, Worthing, 6.7 miles away
It is about 6.7 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
- Westcourt Medical Centre, 0.2 miles away
- Park Surgery, 0.7 miles away
- Coppice Surgery, 0.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Croft Dental Surgery, 0.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Fitzalan Dental Surgery, 1 mile away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Boots, 0.5 miles away
- Kamsons Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
- Boots the Chemist, 0.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Angmering Station, 1.2 miles away
- Littlehampton Station, 1.3 miles away
- Arundel Station, 2.7 miles away
Around Ashdown Lodge
- H: Ashdown 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 Ashdown Lodge
Where is Ashdown Lodge located?
Ashdown Lodge is a residential care home in Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN16 3PJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ashdown Lodge provide?
Ashdown 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 Ashdown Lodge's CQC rating?
Ashdown Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 16 June 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ashdown Lodge provide dementia care?
Yes. Ashdown Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ashdown Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ashdown Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ashdown Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ashdown 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. Ashdown 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. Ashdown 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. Ashdown 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
Ashdown 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 Ashdown Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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