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Townsend House Care Home

The Orders of St John Care Trust

Townsend House Care Home

Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust

CQC good45 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
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).
AddressBayswater Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 9NX, UK
Beds45
Weekly feefrom £1,175 · 2026
En-suite2%
Opened1960
All-inclusiveNo
MapGoogle Maps

About

Nestled in the serene eastern suburb of Headington in Oxford, Townsend House is a quintessential care home that offers heartfelt residential and respite care for the elderly. This delightful Orders Of St John care home is proud of its recently renovated facilities, which include tastefully decorated bedrooms, an abundance of warm and inviting communal lounges, and cherished gardens where residents can unwind during the balmy summer months or engage in a friendly game of outdoor chess. The activity coordinator at Townsend House is constantly devising innovative and engaging activities to keep residents entertained and mentally active. From horticulture and pizza crafting to various arts and crafts, there's always a vibrant atmosphere at Townsend House.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.02 mi
Train station5.7 mi
GP surgery0.4 mi
Hospital1.1 mi
Local pub0.5 mi
Shops0.6 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Area figures for Oxford.

Local crime statistics

454 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime28%
Shoplifting19%
Bicycle theft10%
Other theft9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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Local health safety net

Townsend House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is John Radcliffe Hospital, 1.1 miles away. The local GP practice is HEDENA HEALTH, 0.4 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
John Radcliffe Hospital · 1.1 mi
Nearest GP
HEDENA HEALTH · 0.4 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Townsend House located?
It is situated in Oxford and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Townsend House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Townsend House is rated as **good**, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Townsend House?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Townsend House have?
Currently, there are 45 beds at the home.
Who owns Townsend House?
This care home is owned and operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Townsend House, including: Wellbeing Classes, Arts & Crafts, Visits from Children.
What is the cost of care at Townsend House?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Townsend House the cost of care starts from £1,175 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01522 474681 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

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Information last reviewed September 2026.

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