Adelaide Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the charming market town of Bexleyheath in the heart of Kent, you'll find the Adelaide care home, a haven of expert care for the elderly.…
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Dementia care homes in Welling
There are 4 dementia care homes in and around Welling on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, August 2021). Published fees average about £1,200 a week, while Bexley usually pays £1,016. The largest is Abbotsleigh Mews Care Home, with 120 beds.
Average residential fee in Welling: £1,200/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Welling
| Dementia care homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 4 (75%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,200 |
| Bexley usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,016 |
| Largest | Abbotsleigh Mews Care Home (120 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated August 2021. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Welling
Low Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 72% of similar areas
Based on Bexley data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Bexley data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Bexley data (town-level not yet available)
How we grade areas
Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Welling is about £1,200/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Welling
The average residential care home in Welling costs about £1,200/week, while Bexley’s published usual rate is around £1,016/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £184/week (≈ £9,568/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Welling
£1,200/wk
Bexley usual rate
£1,016/wk
Likely top-up gap
£184/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Bexley’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Welling on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (3)
1 in Welling, 2 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Abbotsleigh Mews Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of Sidcup, Abbotsleigh Mews is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential, dementia, respite, nursing, and palliative…
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Charlton Park Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the verdant heart of Greenwich, Charlton Park Care Home is a proud member of the Four Seasons Health Care group, offering round-the-clock…
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What care costs in Welling
Residential (avg)
£1,200/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,305/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,305/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Bexley
The average house price in Bexley is £405,477, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.
Average price by property type
- All property types
- £405,477
- Detached
- £721,515
- Semi-detached
- £523,983
- Terraced
- £407,701
- Flats & maisonettes
- £241,105
Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.
Types of care in Welling
Residential care homes
3 in WellingNursing homes
3 in WellingDementia care homes
4 in WellingRespite care
2 in WellingCommon questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Welling?
AskBart lists 4 dementia care homes in and around Welling, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Welling rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Welling cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,305 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Welling?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
Near Welling
- Dementia care homes in Bexleyheath (7)
- Dementia care homes in Belvedere (3)
- Dementia care homes in Erith (4)
- Dementia care homes in Sidcup (10)
- Dementia care homes in Chislehurst (12)
- Dementia care homes in Barking (3)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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