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Care homes in Staines-upon-Thames

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There are 15 care homes in and around Staines-upon-Thames on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,324 a week, while Surrey usually pays £952. The largest is Virginia Water Care Home, with 92 beds.

care homes
15
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,324/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Surrey council pays
£952/wk

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Staines-upon-Thames

Care homes in Staines-upon-Thames (15)

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5 in Staines-upon-Thames, 10 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

Top-rated in Staines-upon-Thames

Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Abbey Chase Care HomeGood£1,300621.8 mi—2.8 mi
Ashford House Care HomeGood£1,606545.4 mi—2.3 mi
Church ViewGood · Jul 2026On request784.9 mi—2.4 mi
EchelfordeGood · Feb 2020On request504.8 mi—2.3 mi
Glebe House Care HomeGood · Mar 2022On request242.8 mi—1.9 mi
Hithermoor HouseOutstanding · May 2023On request24.8 mi—2.2 mi
MerlewoodGood · May 2019On request542.9 mi—2.8 mi
Moor House Residential Care HomeGood · Jul 2023On request254.3 mi—0.6 mi
Queen Elizabeth Care CentreRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request744.1 mi—2.5 mi
Rivermede Court Care HomeGood£1,450804.0 mi—1.1 mi
The Cedars Care HomeGood · Aug 2026On request154.6 mi—2.3 mi
The Grange Retirement HomeGood · Oct 2024On request621.1 mi—2.7 mi
Virginia Water Care HomeGood£1,246922.2 mi—2.8 mi
White Gates Care HomeRequires improvement£1,300512.6 mi—2.0 mi
Whitegates Care Centre LimitedRequires improvement · Jul 2024On request512.6 mi—2.0 mi

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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Staines-upon-Thames in numbers

80% of Staines-upon-Thames’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 15 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Staines-upon-Thames costs about £1,324/week, while Surrey’s published usual rate is around £952/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £372/week (about £19,344/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 Surrey council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed15
Rated Good or Outstanding12 of 15 (80%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,324
Surrey usual weekly rate (2025)£952
LargestVirginia Water Care Home (92 beds)
Most recently inspectedThe Grange Retirement Home (October 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 9 · Nursing 6 · Dementia 6 · Respite 6
Average house price, Runnymede (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£489,116
Outstanding1
Good11
Requires improvement3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Staines-upon-Thames£1,324/wk
  • Nursing, Staines-upon-Thames£1,402/wk
  • Dementia, Staines-upon-Thames£1,401/wk
  • Spelthorne average£1,452/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Surrey usual rate£952/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Spelthorne. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Surrey's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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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 Runnymede

The average house price in Runnymede is £489,116, 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
£489,116
Detached
£914,477
Semi-detached
£501,866
Terraced
£437,768
Flats & maisonettes
£258,862

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 Staines-upon-Thames

Staines-upon-Thames is a busy town on the Thames west of London, with reasonable care-home provision and good transport links into the city. It suits people who want suburban access without isolation, though crime is higher than average and care fees sit above the national mark.

  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 25% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

249 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime66
  • Shoplifting55
  • Anti-social behaviour33
  • Public order25
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. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in Staines-upon-Thames

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

The Orchard Dementia Centre

We provide day centre care for the those living with all forms of dementia; from early onset through to advanced stages. Activities and the environment are designed to provide stimulation to our…

2.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1168801)
Charity

Spelthorne Dementia Support

Weekly Memory Cafe and carers cafe at Greeno Centre.A buddy support system for families.Coach trips for members and their carers, plus boat trips for wheelchair users.Musical evenings and…

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165346)
Charity

Age UK Hounslow

The charitable objects are to "promote the welfare of elderly people in any manner which now or hereafter may be deemed by law to be charitable within the london borough of hounslow regardless of…

4.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1061681)
Charity

Chertsey & Addlestone Good Neighbours

We support residents living within our boundaries, which are Chertsey, Addlestone, Ottershaw, and Lyne. We can provide transport to medical appointments, local day centres and also assist with…

4.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1199708)
Charity

Walton-on-thames stroke club

To benefit stroke survivors and their carers in the Walton-on-Thames and Hersham area.

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (296473)
Charity

The elderly and disabled charitable trustuk

Tackling Homelessness:Actively combating and preventing homelessness through the provision of comprehensive support, advice, and assistance to secure sustained housing, with a specific focus on…

5.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1186029)

Staines-upon-Thames: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+39%
Projected change in Runnymede, 2025 to 2035 (2,516 to 3,498). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+17.9%
Projected change in Runnymede, 2025 to 2035 (16,046 to 18,914). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Boots (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
22
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
15.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
8 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
4–10 out of 10
Where the 21 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Staines-upon-Thames

  • Harlington Hospice · 5.5 milesCQC Good (report published April 2026). CQC page
  • Princess Alice Hospice · 7.5 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2022). CQC page
  • Woking Hospice · 8.4 milesCQC Good (report published March 2020). CQC page

Hospitals near Staines-upon-Thames

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Staines-upon-Thames a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Staines-upon-Thames

Staines is an established retirement area — 19.2% of its population are aged 65 and over, slightly above the national average of 18.6%. It offers a genuine mix of suburban amenities, riverside walks and urban connectivity, but isn't a quiet retreat. Families should weigh whether they need to stay close to London and are comfortable with a busier town setting.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Several GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town; Ashford Hospital is within reach, and major NHS trusts in west London are accessible by bus or car.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stands at 249 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour listed as the most common types — higher than many quieter retirement towns.
  • Family & connection: Proximity to London means families with work or homes in the capital can visit easily; consider whether you want to be near relatives or prefer distance.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home weekly fees are typically above the national average; compare specific homes against your budget before committing.
  • Transport: Direct bus routes and train services link Staines to central London and surrounding areas; the town is reasonably walkable for everyday errands, though some journeys depend on a car or public transport.
  • Housing options: Several care homes operate in and around Staines; choice is moderate, and you'll need to visit individual providers to assess size, amenities and fit.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Thirty-one parks and six allotments provide good grounds for walks and outdoor interests; the Thames Path runs nearby for riverside strolls.
  • Community: Forty-eight restaurants and cafes, plus 18 pubs and bars, offer social dining; look for local memory cafés, lunch clubs or community groups through your care home or the town council.
  • Climate: South East England experiences a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and moderate rainfall — prepare for damp winters and warm summers.

Things to weigh up

  • Higher crime: Violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are recorded more frequently than in quieter retirement areas; ask care homes about their security and how safe residents feel moving around.
  • Above-average fees: Care costs are higher than the national average, so budget carefully and compare homes to find value.

Questions about care homes in Staines-upon-Thames

How many care homes are there in Staines-upon-Thames?

There are 15 care homes listed in and around Staines-upon-Thames 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 Staines-upon-Thames cost?

Care homes in Staines-upon-Thames range from around £1,246 to around £1,606 per week, with averages of £1,324 for residential, £1,401 for dementia, £1,402 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Staines-upon-Thames compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Staines-upon-Thames is about £1,324 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Staines-upon-Thames are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

12 of the 15 care homes in and around Staines-upon-Thames are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Staines-upon-Thames?

Homes in and around Staines-upon-Thames offer residential (9), dementia (6), nursing (6), respite (6). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Staines-upon-Thames?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Staines-upon-Thames:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Staines-upon-Thames

Near Staines-upon-Thames

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

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