The Oaks
Care home in Greenwich
What do these badges mean?
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
The Oaks in London provides nursing care for older people, with particular experience supporting those living with dementia and enduring mental health conditions. The home is registered for 113 beds and was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2025, with Good grades across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home offers 24-hour staffed care tailored to individual needs. It supports residents with access to local GPs and dental services, and provides specialist equipment for those requiring additional support with personal care.
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseAmple
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
600 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 | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
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 Greenwich council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,012 |
| 2025 | £1,063 |
What Greenwich council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
The Oaks is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 3.4 miles away. The local GP practice is NEW ELTHAM AND BLACKFEN MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Greenwich
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Link Age Southwark
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Age UK Lewisham and Southwark
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Age Concern Bromley
Age Concern Bromley, (trading name Age UK Bromley & Greenwich) provides a range of services, projects, emotional and practical support to older people, their relatives and carers. It also…
London Irish Pensioners Choir
The Irish Pensioners Choir brings together older Irish people, most of whom are in their 70s and 80s. We use Irish music, culture and song to enrich the lives of older people, building…
Wandsworth Carers' Centre
The charity provides a range of support services to unpaid carers. This includes, information & advice, advocacy, targeted support to carers of people with mental health problems and Asian…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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