Maria Mallaband Care Group

Willowbank Care Home

Nursing home in Leeds

Operated by Maria Mallaband Care Group

CQC Requires improvement37 bedsNursingResidential
NeighbourhoodCultural HubWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Address5-7 Barwick Rd, Leeds LS15 8SE, UK
Beds37
Weekly feefrom £1,120 · 2026
En-suite100%
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Willowbank Care Home, operated by Maria Mallaband Care Group, is a 37-bed residential and nursing care home located in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The home provides care to older adults requiring support with daily living and nursing needs.

The Care Quality Commission rated Willowbank as Requires Improvement overall. The home was found to be Good in the Effective and Caring key questions, but Requires Improvement in Safe, Responsive and Well-led.

Care provided

Nursing
Residential

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Wellbeing Classes

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected August 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery800 m
A&E: St James's Hospital3.2 miles
Bus stop300 m
Train station1.2 miles
Shops650 m
Pub or bar350 m
  • Set back from main road noise

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

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesAmple
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

1,528 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime26%
Shoplifting18%
Anti-social behaviour10%
Public order9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,120
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Nursing careFees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Leeds usually pays £804 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £316 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 Leeds council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Leeds pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£777
2025—£804
2026£1,120—

What Leeds council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Willowbank Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is St James's Hospital, 3.2 miles away. The local GP practice is WINDMILL HEALTH CENTRE, 0.5 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
St James's Hospital · 3.2 mi
Nearest GP
WINDMILL HEALTH CENTRE · 0.5 mi

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

Community & connection in Leeds

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

Charity

Richmond Hill Elderly Action Limited

To develop services and activities which improve the quality of life for older people, living in Richmond Hill and the surrounding areas, who have a particular and identifiable need. Activities…

1.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1114792)
Charity

Middleton Elderly Aid

Middleton Elderly Aid is a Neighborhood Network Scheme in Leeds working to reduce social isolation for the over 60s in Middleton. We offer Lunch clubs Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. We also…

3.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1100601)
Charity

Cross Gates & District Good Neighbours'scheme Cio

We provide a variety of activities and services to older people aged 60+ living in the crossgates and surrounding ls15 districts to promote healthy and independant living and to reduce social…

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1160095)
Charity

Morley Elderly Action

To assist the elderly to live independently at home. Advocacy, Advice, Access to a solicitor, Drop-in sessions, Gardening service, Lunch Clubs, Bingo Clubs, Community Tea Bar, Men's Group, Craft…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1048838)
Charity

Swarcliffe Good Neighbours Scheme

Providing services which promote the health and well being of older people and their carers to live independantly within their local community. S.G.N.S. provides the following activities;Luncheon…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1055018)
Charity

Aireborough Voluntary Services to the Elderly (Avsed)

AVSED is a local charity working to prevent social isolation & loneliness for Aireborough (LS19 & 20) seniors by supporting happy, healthy & independent living. We provide activities (physical…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165792)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Willowbank?
Willowbank is positioned in Leeds and is conveniently near to well-liked facilities.
How does Willowbank fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Willowbank has been assessed as requires improvement, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Willowbank provide?
This home offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing and residential.
What is the bed capacity at Willowbank?
At present, Willowbank can accommodate 37 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Willowbank?
The Maria Mallaband Care Group is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Willowbank offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Wellness Sessions, Creative Art Projects, and Hair & Beauty Services.
How much does care at Willowbank cost?
The cost of care at Willowbank can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £1,120 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01134 679187.

Part of Maria Mallaband Care Group

Willowbank Care Home is one of 63 homes run by Maria Mallaband Care Group on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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