Residential care homes in Wallington
There are 11 residential care homes in and around Wallington on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, December 2022). Published fees average about £1,371 a week, while Croydon usually pays £1,168. The largest is Purley Gardens Care Home, with 119 beds.
Average residential fee in Wallington: £1,371/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Wallington
| Residential care homes listed | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 10 of 10 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,371 |
| Croydon usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,168 |
| Largest | Purley Gardens Care Home (119 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated December 2022. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Limited — safer than 21% of similar areas
Based on Sutton data (town-level not yet available)
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Sutton data (town-level not yet available)
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Sutton 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.
The estimated average residential care fee in Wallington is about £1,371/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.
100% of Wallington’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Of the homes in and around Wallington, 7 offer nursing care, 10 offer dementia care and 11 offer residential care.
Based on 10 CQC-rated homes in and around Wallington. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Wallington costs about £1,371/week, while Croydon’s published usual rate is around £1,168/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £203/week (≈ £10,556/year) to bridge the gap.
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 Croydon’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
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updated September 2026
No care homes found in Wallington.
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The average house price in Sutton is £446,775, 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
- £446,775
- Detached
- £1,022,308
- Semi-detached
- £648,308
- Terraced
- £456,712
- Flats & maisonettes
- £281,416
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.
Residential care homes
11 in WallingtonNursing homes
7 in WallingtonDementia care homes
10 in WallingtonRespite care
8 in WallingtonIs Wallington a good retirement location?
Wallington is a residential area with solid everyday provision—supermarkets, cafes and parks are plentiful—and genuine community activity. It's a reasonable choice for someone who values being embedded in a suburb with ready access to shops and social spaces, though care-home choice here will be smaller than in larger towns. Who it suits: people with local family ties, those who want to stay connected to London life, and those comfortable in a suburban rather than rural setting.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are distributed across the area; Croydon University Hospital is the main emergency centre nearby.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 448 offences, with violent crime, antisocial behaviour and vehicle crime among the most common types—higher than many quieter areas, so worth weighing if peace and safety are priorities.
- Family & connection: Consider whether your family or close friends are nearby; Wallington's suburban character makes it easy to stay involved in local life and for visitors to reach you.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local care-home fees will sit within the London and south-east range, typically above the national average; check individual homes for exact weekly costs and what's included.
- Transport: Good bus links connect to Croydon and wider south London; Wallington railway station offers rail access to central London and surrounding areas. The town is reasonably walkable for daily errands, though some mobility may be needed for longer journeys.
- Housing options: Care-home provision in Wallington is modest; choice of homes and schemes is smaller than in major town centres, so early enquiry is wise.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Wallington has 43 parks and 14 allotments, offering good opportunity for walks, gardening interests and outdoor groups. The area supports an active community life.
- Community: 95 restaurants and cafes and 27 pubs and bars support social gathering; many areas have memory cafés and community groups, though availability varies by home.
- Climate: South London typically sees mild winters and warm summers, though damp autumns and occasional flooding can affect lower-lying areas.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: Recorded offences, particularly violent crime and antisocial behaviour, are on the higher side for a suburban area; this matters if security and quiet are essential to your wellbeing.
- Limited choice of homes: Care-home provision is smaller than in town centres, so options may be fewer and places can fill quickly.
- London costs: Care fees sit in the higher London and south-east bracket, which may stretch budgets compared to other regions.
How many residential care homes are there in Wallington?
AskBart lists 11 residential care homes in and around Wallington, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Wallington rated?
Of the 10 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 10 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Wallington cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,371 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Wallington?
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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Wallington?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Wallington:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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