The Orders of St John Care Trust

Willowcroft Care Home

CQC good42 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green SurroundingsExcellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well ServedExcellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressOdstock Rd, Salisbury SP2 8BG, UK
Beds42
Weekly feefrom £1,155 · 2026
En-suite0%
Opened1973
All-inclusiveYes

About

Willowcroft is a 42-bedroom care home on Odstock Road on the outskirts of the cathedral city of Salisbury, Wiltshire, operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT). It provides residential, dementia, respite and day care, with cosy lounges, a light and spacious reception area, personal bedrooms and a secluded garden offering several seating areas.

A dedicated activities coordinator arranges trips to local attractions, exercise classes, arts and crafts and visits from pets-as-therapy dogs, supported by local volunteers. Home-cooked meals are prepared each day by the in-house chef, with all-day dining for lighter meals and snacks, and further amenities include a hairdressing salon and a cinema and entertainment room.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cinema
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

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.09 mi
Train station1.8 mi
GP surgery0.9 mi
Hospital17.8 mi
Local pub0.9 mi
Shops0.6 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysAmple

Local crime statistics

253 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime30%
Anti-social behaviour22%
Public order14%
Other theft8%

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

Willowcroft Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Southampton General Hospital, 17.8 miles away. The local GP practice is HARCOURT MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.9 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Southampton General Hospital · 17.8 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
HARCOURT MEDICAL CENTRE · 0.9 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is Willowcroft located?
It is situated in Salisbury and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Willowcroft?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Willowcroft is rated as **good**, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Willowcroft?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Willowcroft have?
Currently, there are 42 beds at the home.
Who owns Willowcroft?
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 Willowcroft, including: Wellbeing Classes, Visits from Children, Birthday & Holiday Celebrations.
What is the cost of care at Willowcroft?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Willowcroft the cost of care starts from £1,155 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01522 459323 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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