The Orders of St John Care Trust
St Wilfrid's Priory Care Home
Residential care home in Arun, West Sussex
Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust
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About
St Wilfrid's Priory Care Home, operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust, is a 24-bed residential care home in Arun, West Sussex. The home provides residential, respite and dementia care, and is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home is set in a Grade II listed building and offers accommodation across two floors with both standard and en-suite bedrooms. It serves older people seeking residential or short-term respite care, including those living with dementia.
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Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected April 2025
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 850 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
32 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,125 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
West Sussex usually pays £1,033 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £92 a week.
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what West Sussex council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £984 |
| 2025 | — | £1,033 |
| 2026 | £1,125 | — |
What West Sussex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
St Wilfrid's Priory Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Worthing Hospital, 8.8 miles away. The local GP practice is ARUNDEL SURGERY, 0.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Arun
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Arun Community Transport
Transporting clients who are unable to access public transport to medical appointments, shops and social engagements
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Chichester Area Mental Health Support Foundation
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Maybridge Keystone Club
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For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01793 540724.
Part of The Orders of St John Care Trust
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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