Which providers in Lambeth offer residential care?

Care Assura currently lists 26 residential care homes in Lambeth. These include High View Residential Unit, Thanet House, Signature-Hopton, Aashna House Residential Care Home, Leigham Lodge, Kirkstall Lodge, Ambleside Lodge - London and several Crownwise Limited services, among others. Ratings vary across the list, with 21 rated Good, 4 Requires Improvement and 1 not yet rated by the CQC. Reviewing each profile alongside its inspection report is a good way to narrow down a shortlist.

What is the difference between a residential care home and a nursing home?

A residential care home provides personal care, such as help with washing, dressing, medication prompts, meals and social activities, delivered by trained care staff. A nursing home offers all of this plus round-the-clock care from qualified nurses, which is needed when someone has ongoing medical conditions requiring clinical oversight. The homes listed on this Lambeth page are all residential care homes rather than nursing homes. If nursing input is required, a different type of service and a separate funding pathway may apply.

How do I arrange a care needs assessment in Lambeth?

You can request an assessment directly from London Borough of Lambeth Adult Social Care by phone or through their website. The assessment is free and available to anyone who appears to need care and support, regardless of their financial situation. A social worker or assessor will discuss daily needs, health, safety at home and any support already in place, then produce a written summary of eligible needs. This document then informs both the care plan and any financial assessment that follows.

What should I ask when visiting a care home in Lambeth?

Ask how staff are trained, what the resident-to-carer ratio looks like across day and night shifts, and how the home involves families in care planning. Enquire about the activities programme, mealtime routines, visiting arrangements and how the home manages changing needs over time. Request to see the latest CQC report and ask what has changed since the last inspection. If possible, visit twice and at different times of day to get a fuller picture.

Can London Borough of Lambeth fund a residential care home placement?

Yes, London Borough of Lambeth can contribute towards residential care fees for people whose needs and finances meet the relevant thresholds. Following the care needs assessment, a financial assessment looks at income, savings and certain assets to work out how much the resident should pay themselves. Those with capital below the national upper limit may receive partial or full support from the local authority. Anyone with more substantial assets will usually be a self-funder, though the council can still help arrange the placement.

How far in advance should I start looking for a care home in Lambeth?

Where possible, it helps to begin looking several weeks or even months before a move becomes urgent. Popular homes in Lambeth may have waiting lists, and rushed decisions made during a hospital discharge or family crisis can be harder to get right. Starting early gives time to visit different homes, gather CQC reports, arrange the care needs assessment and sort out funding calmly. If the situation is more urgent, the London Borough of Lambeth social care team can help identify suitable available placements.

Care Homes in Lambeth

Lambeth has 27 CQC registered care homes. 20 are rated Good, 1 Outstanding, 5 Requires improvement, and 1 has not yet been rated. 21 of the 27 were last inspected more than three years ago.

Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.

Lambeth at a glance

What the numbers say about care for older people in Lambeth.

London Borough of Lambeth pays, residential care: £1,027 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953, median £1,783
Care home beds filled across Lambeth: 92%. The 12 month average is 93%.
Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 49
People aged 75 and over: 12,600. Rising to 16,400 by 2035, up 30%
Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 80 beds.
Who pays, across Lambeth (estimate): 96% council, 20% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,800. Rising to 2,300 by 2035, up 29%
People aged 85 and over: 3,400. Rising to 4,200 by 2035, up 24%

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Choosing the right residential care home in Lambeth

With 26 residential care homes listed in Lambeth on Care Assura, families have a reasonable range of options to consider across the borough. Of these, 21 are currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, 4 are rated Requires Improvement, and 1 has not yet been rated. Taking time to shortlist two or three homes that appear to match your relative's needs, and then visiting each in person, is usually the most effective way to reach a confident decision.

Matching the home to the person

Every resident brings their own history, routines and preferences, so the goal is to find a setting where daily life feels familiar rather than institutional. Some homes on the list, such as Aashna House Residential Care Home, focus on particular cultural or dietary traditions, while others like L'Arche London Gothic Lodge and CareTech Community Services Limited - 25 Garrads Road specialise in supporting adults with learning disabilities. Think about the person's mobility, memory, social interests and any language or faith considerations before narrowing the shortlist.

What to look for on a visit

A visit reveals things a brochure cannot. Notice how staff greet residents, whether call bells are answered promptly, and how relaxed the atmosphere feels in shared lounges and dining rooms. Ask to see the most recent CQC inspection report, look at the activities programme for the coming week, and speak to a resident or family member if you can. Homes such as Signature-Hopton, Leigham Lodge and Kirkstall Lodge sit alongside smaller settings like Thanet House and Mountearl, so environments vary considerably and personal impressions matter.

Checking CQC judgements

The CQC assesses whether a service is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led. A Requires Improvement rating is not automatically a reason to rule a home out, but it is worth asking the manager what has changed since the last inspection and what improvement actions are underway. Where a home like Phoenix House has not yet been rated, this usually reflects a newer service and the same probing questions still apply.

Arranging and funding a placement in Lambeth

Before a move goes ahead, most families arrange a formal care needs assessment. This is the starting point for understanding what level of support is required and whether any financial help is available towards the cost.

The care needs assessment

You can request a care needs assessment from London Borough of Lambeth Adult Social Care, who are responsible for coordinating assessments and any funded support for residents of the borough. A social worker will look at daily living tasks, health conditions, mental wellbeing and the support already provided by family or friends. The outcome is a written record of eligible needs which then guides the care plan and any funding decisions.

How funding works

Once needs are agreed, a financial assessment establishes whether the local authority will contribute towards fees. Residents with savings and assets above the national threshold generally fund their own care, while those below it may receive full or partial support. If nursing input is needed, NHS-funded Nursing Care or, in some cases, Continuing Healthcare may also apply. Full details of the process and current thresholds are available from the London Borough of Lambeth.

Typical cost context

Residential care fees in inner London are typically higher than the national average, and Lambeth is no exception. Costs vary according to the home's facilities, room size and the complexity of care provided, so always request a written fee schedule and check what is and is not included. Starting conversations about funding early avoids surprises later and gives families time to plan realistically.

27 care homes in Lambeth

229 Mitcham Lane - 11 Angles Road · 11 Angles Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2UU
Care home · CQC Good · Run by 229 Mitcham Lane Limited
Angles Road is a small residential care home in Lambeth, south London, supporting adults living with mental health conditions. Most of the people who live here are younger adults. What helps in this work is often less clinical than people...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
49 Oakdale Road · 49 Oakdale Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2HL
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Achieve Together Limited
Our home at 49 Oakdale Road in Lambeth provides residential care for adults with a learning disability and for autistic adults, including younger adults. We also offer respite stays. This is a house and we want it to feel like one. The...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Aashna House Residential Care Home · 2 Bates Crescent, London, Lambeth, SW16 5BP
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Sanctuary Care Limited
Aashna House Residential Care Home is a care home in Lambeth, in south London, providing residential care for older people. We support people living with dementia and people with a physical disability, and we welcome guests for respite...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Respite Care
Ambleside Lodge · 25 Ambleside Avenue, London, Lambeth, SW16 1QE
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Basdeo Kaydoo
Ambleside Lodge is a residential care home in Lambeth, south London, supporting adults who need help with daily living, with much of our work being alongside people managing mental health conditions. Stability looks different for...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
CareTech Community Services - 25 Garrads Road · 25 Garrads Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 1JS
Care home · CQC Good · Run by CareTech Community Services Limited
25 Garrads Road is a small residential home in Lambeth, south London, run by CareTech. We support adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults, people living with mental ill health and people with physical disabilities, and we also...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Respite Care
Crownwise - Parkview · 17 Streatham Common South, London, Lambeth, SW16 3BU
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Crownwise Limited
Here at Crownwise Parkview, we are proud to be a care home rooted in the heart of Lambeth, London, where we support a diverse range of individuals across different stages of life and with varying needs. We provide residential care for...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Crownwise - St Andrews · 92 Drewstead Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 1AG
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Crownwise Limited
At Crownwise St Andrews, we offer residential care for a range of people across our home in Lambeth, London. We support older adults, younger adults, and individuals living with mental health conditions, and we also provide respite care...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Crownwise - Streatham Common South · 22 Streatham Common South, London, Lambeth, SW16 3BU
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Crownwise Limited
Here at Crownwise, we are proud to be part of the Streatham Common South community in the London Borough of Lambeth. We provide residential care for a range of people with different needs, and we work hard every day to make sure this...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Deepdene House · 55-57 Stanthorpe Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2EA
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Deepdene Care Limited
Deepdene House is a residential care home in Lambeth, south London, and we support adults who need help with daily living, including adults living with mental health conditions. Ours is a home rather than an institution and we work hard to...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Respite Care
Fairlie House · 2-6 Uffington Road, London, Lambeth, SE27 0RW
Nursing home · Care home · CQC Outstanding · Nursing on site · Run by Fairlie Healthcare Limited
At Fairlie House, we provide nursing and residential care for older people, younger adults, and individuals living with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments. We are based in Lambeth, London, and we take genuine pride in...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Gleneagle House · 29 Gleneagle Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 6AY
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Admiral Healthcare Limited
Gleneagle House is a residential care home in Lambeth. We support older people and younger adults, including people managing mental health conditions, and we offer respite stays. Our approach with residents who have mental health needs is...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
High View Residential Unit · 84 Thurlow Park Road, London, Lambeth, SE21 8HY
Care home · CQC Good · Run by High View Care Services Limited
We at High View Residential Unit are proud to offer specialist residential care in the heart of London, providing a supportive home for adults with a diverse range of needs within the London Borough of Lambeth. Our home has been...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care, Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Joybrook · 86 Braxted Park, London, Lambeth, SW16 3AU
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by Joy Care Home Services Limited
At Joybrook, we are a care home based in Lambeth, London, providing a warm and supportive environment for the people who live with us. We support a wide range of individuals, including older people, those living with dementia, adults with...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Kirkstall Lodge · 56 Kirkstall Road, London, Lambeth, SW2 4HF
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Kirkstall Lodge Limited
Kirkstall Lodge is a residential care home in Lambeth supporting adults with a learning disability, autistic adults and people living with mental health conditions. This is a home, and we run it as one. Everybody has their own room and...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Respite Care
La Rosa 2 · 39 Stanthorpe Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2DZ
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by La Rosa Homes Ltd
La Rosa 2 is a residential care home in Lambeth supporting adults, including younger adults, who live with mental health conditions. We provide a settled place to live and support that stays calm and consistent whether the week has been a...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
La Rosa Residential Care Home · 97 Babington Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 6AN
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by La Rosa Homes Ltd
La Rosa Residential Care Home provides residential care in Lambeth for adults, including younger adults, with particular experience of supporting people with mental health needs. We also offer planned respite stays. We try to provide the...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
L'Arche Gothic Lodge · 21 Idmiston Road, London, Lambeth, SE27 9HG
Care home · CQC Good · Run by L'Arche
Here at L'Arche London Gothic Lodge, we are a care home based in Lambeth, London, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and physical disabilities to live fulfilling lives as part of a genuine community. We offer residential...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Physical Disability, Respite Care
Leigham Lodge · 64 Leigham Court Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2PL
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Leigham Lodge Limited
Leigham Lodge is a care home in Lambeth, and we think of it first as somewhere people live rather than somewhere people are looked after. Our focus is residential care for adults with a learning disability or autism, and the day here is...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care
Magnolia Court · 62 Leigham Court Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2PL
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Magnolia Court Limited
Magnolia Court is a residential care home in Lambeth, south London, for adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. We are a house on an ordinary street rather than an institution, and that shows in ordinary ways. People have...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care
Minehead · 18 Minehead Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2AW
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Saffronland Homes 2 Limited
Minehead is a residential care home in Lambeth, south London, supporting older people and younger adults, including people with learning disabilities and autism and people managing mental health conditions. A house shared by adults of...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Mountearl · 73 Leigham Court Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2NR
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Voyage 1 Limited
We are Mountearl, a residential care home in Lambeth, south London. We support older people and younger adults, including adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults and people living with a mental health condition, and we offer...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Phoenix House · 11 Ullswater Road, London, Lambeth, SE27 0AL
Care home · Run by Thanet Healthcare Limited
Here at Phoenix House, we offer residential care in the heart of Lambeth, London, supporting the people who come to live with us with genuine warmth and a real commitment to their everyday wellbeing. We specialise in caring for younger...
Specialisms: Younger Adults, Respite Care
Pinfold Home · 33-37 Pinfold Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2SL
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Astra Homes Limited
Pinfold Home is a residential care home in Lambeth supporting adults living with mental health conditions, including many younger adults. Respite stays are available alongside longer term places. Our most recent inspection by the Care...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Rosenmanor 1 · 46 Kempshott Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 5LQ
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by Rosenmanor Limited
Rosenmanor 1 is a small residential care home in Lambeth for adults living with mental health conditions. We provide permanent places and also respite stays. We run this as a household rather than a unit. People have their own room and...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Respite Care
Signature-Hopton · 8 Hopton Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 2EQ
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Signature Health and Living Ltd
Signature Hopton is a care home in Lambeth providing residential care for adults, including older people, younger adults and people managing mental health conditions. We also offer respite stays, which can give a family carer a genuine...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Thanet House · 50 Barrow Road, London, Lambeth, SW16 5PG
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by Thanet Healthcare Limited
We at Thanet House are proud to offer a welcoming residential care home in the heart of London, providing specialist support for adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs within the Lambeth community. Set within the...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Vosse Court · 12 Vosse Court, London, Lambeth, SW16 3BS
Care home · CQC Good · Run by CareTech Community Services Limited
We are Vosse Court, a residential care home in Lambeth, south London. We support adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults and people living with a mental health condition, and we offer respite stays as well as permanent places....
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Respite Care

What care costs in Lambeth, per week

Type of care	What the council pays	What self-funders are typically asked
Residential care London figure, because too few Lambeth homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783.	£1,027	£1,688 to £1,953
Nursing care London figure, because too few Lambeth homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228.	£1,110	£2,060 to £2,276
Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Lambeth homes publish this price. 18 homes. Median £1,979.	Not published separately	£1,889 to £2,049
Nursing dementia care London figure, because too few Lambeth homes publish this price. 10 homes. Median £2,283.	Not published separately	£2,114 to £2,340

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. Powered by Orrery Intelligence.

Inspected most recently

Kirkstall Lodge, 24 September 2026, Good
Thanet House, 8 June 2026, Requires improvement
Deepdene House, 13 May 2025, Good

Longest since a report

Ambleside Lodge - London, 25 October 2017, Good
Leigham Lodge, 30 November 2017, Good
Crownwise Limited - Parkview, 17 April 2018, Good

Frequently asked questions about care homes in Lambeth

How many care homes are there in Lambeth?

Lambeth has 27 CQC registered care homes: 1 Outstanding, 20 Good, 5 Requires improvement, 1 not yet rated. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.

How much does a care home cost in Lambeth?

London Borough of Lambeth pays an average of £1,027 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Lambeth homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. 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.

Which care homes in Lambeth were inspected most recently?

Kirkstall Lodge (24 September 2026), Thanet House (8 June 2026) and Deepdene House (13 May 2025) have the most recent CQC reports.