Care homes in Southwark
8 homes
There are 8 care homes in and around Southwark on AskBart. 50% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,875 a week, while Southwark usually pays £1,166. The largest is Tower Bridge Care Centre, with 126 beds.
- care homes
- 8
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 50%
- typical residential fee
- £1,875/wkabove the UK average of £1,705
- what Southwark council pays
- £1,166/wk
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Care homes in Southwark (8)
updated October 2026
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Southwark in numbers
50% of Southwark’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 8 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Southwark costs about £1,875/week, while Southwark’s published usual rate is around £1,166/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £709/week (about £36,868/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.
What Southwark council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 8 (50%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 4 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,875 |
| Southwark usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,166 |
| Largest | Tower Bridge Care Centre (126 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Athol House - Care Home Physical Disabilities (May 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, Southwark (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £582,473 |
Good4
Requires improvement4
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Greater London. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Southwark's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Southwark
The average house price in Southwark is £582,473, 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
- £582,473
- Detached
- £1,745,793
- Semi-detached
- £1,240,119
- Terraced
- £849,890
- Flats & maisonettes
- £478,867
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.
Living in Southwark
- Cultural Hub
- Green Surroundings
- Well Served
What do these badges mean?
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC
Limited — quieter than 1% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Based on Greater London data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Greater London data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Greater London data (town-level not yet available)
Culture & CommunityA
Excellent — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Based on Greater London 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 & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Southwark
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Link Age Southwark
Link Age Southwark prevents loneliness and isolation in older people and brings communities together. We improve wellbeing, connection, mental health and physical health through: one-to-one…
1.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1105923)
Charity
Wandsworth Carers' Centre
The charity provides a range of support services to unpaid carers. This includes, information & advice, advocacy, targeted support to carers of people with mental health problems and Asian…
3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1053121)
Charity
Age Concern Bromley
Age Concern Bromley, (trading name Age UK Bromley & Greenwich) provides a range of services, projects, emotional and practical support to older people, their relatives and carers. It also…
5.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1060861)
Charity
Age UK Hammersmith & Fulham
Relief of elderly in Hammersmith & Fulham Borough from Day Centre: Advice and information, befriending, transport to shops, outings, keep fit classes, pilates, computer room, hot lunches, mind…
6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (289124)
Charity
Age UK Kensington and Chelsea
To provide companionship, practical help, advice, information and support for older people within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. This includes Practical Support services, Basic Foot…
6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1082658)
Charity
Age UK Westminster
Age uk westminster is a part of a network of some 300 age concern and age uk organisations and it is an autonomous and independently funded organisation, offering direct services to older people…
7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1018300)
Questions about care homes in Southwark
How many care homes are there in Southwark?
There are 8 care homes listed in and around Southwark on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
How much does a care home in Southwark cost?
Care homes in Southwark range from around £1,875 per week, with averages of £1,875 for residential, £1,875 for dementia, £1,875 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Southwark compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Southwark is about £1,875 per week — above the UK average of £1,705. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Southwark are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
4 of the 8 care homes in and around Southwark are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Southwark?
Homes in and around Southwark offer residential (3), dementia (2), nursing (2), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Southwark?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Southwark:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.