Care Homes in Northwood: compare residential care, nursing homes and dementia support
75% of homes here are rated Good or Outstanding. See which are financially stable and where families report the best experience — so you can visit with confidence.
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Northwood Care Home Market
Key figures for the local care home market, drawn from regulatory, financial, and food safety data
Based on official inspection reports
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What the local care home market looks like in Northwood
Across Northwood and surrounding areas
Higher than the national median — our Care Home Cost Calculator shows the council top-up risk
Homes trending upward based on recent official inspections
Based on public financial records found for 7 homes
Official Rating Breakdown
CQC Quality by Domain
Average scores across Northwood care homes
Northwood homes rate strongest on Safe and weakest on Caring.
Inspection Freshness
How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator
88% of homes have ratings over 3 years old. Our reports verify against multiple data sources to give you a more current picture.
Public Financial Risk
Public company filing signals across Northwood care homes
Based on public financial records · 7 homes analysed
Northwood Market Analysis 2026
Projected increase in over-65s by 2033, driving demand for care home places.
Of homes meet the quality standard. Our reports help you identify the strongest options.
Of homes currently lack a registered manager — ask about this during your visit, as it affects day-to-day oversight.
Average inspection age. 0% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.
Care Standards in Northwood
Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 8 homes
Overall quality
75%
Good or Outstanding
Largest specialist signal
7 homes
Alzheimer's support (88%)
Food hygiene
5.0/5
7 homes with FSA data
Financial resilience
71%
show no financial risk indicators
Specialist Care Coverage
7 (88%)
Alzheimer's
7 (88%)
Stroke Recovery
5 (63%)
Dementia
5 (63%)
Palliative / End of Life
4 (50%)
Mental Health
4 (50%)
Physical Disability
Food Hygiene
7 of Northwood homes assessed
Financial Health
7 of 8 homes assessed
Show low public financial risk
Care Homes by Northwood Area
Care homes across Northwood's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location
All 8 Homes Analysed
Every care home in our Northwood database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.
Why families in Northwood use RightCareHome
Why this is more useful than a directory when the decision is serious
Without independent analysis
- 8 homes to compare manually
- Outdated directory data from years ago
- Commission-driven recommendations
- Hidden quality and safety issues
With RightCareHome
- A clearer view of where quality, cost and risk differ before you check any one home
- Independent scoring built from regulatory, review and financial evidence
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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Northwood
Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.
How many care homes are in Northwood?
Northwood has 8 registered care homes (5 nursing, 3 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.
What is the average cost of a care home in Northwood?
Weekly costs in Northwood range from £1,365 to £0. The average is £1,365/week. Nursing care averages £1,365/week while residential care averages £1,365/week. Prices vary significantly by area — HA6 averages £1,365/week while HA6 is £1,365/week.
Which Northwood areas have the best care homes?
HA6 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. HA6 leads with 75% of homes meeting this standard.
How many dementia care homes are in Northwood?
5 homes offer specialist dementia care in Northwood, representing 63% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.
Is palliative care available in Northwood?
Yes, 5 homes in Northwood provide palliative or end-of-life care. Our reports can help you compare these homes on quality, staffing, and cost.
Are there mental health care homes in Northwood?
4 homes in Northwood specialise in mental health support, covering 50% of the local market.
What is the food hygiene standard in Northwood care homes?
Across 7 homes with FSA data in Northwood, the average food hygiene rating is 5.0 out of 5. 100% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.
Are Northwood care homes financially stable?
Of the 7 homes with financial data in Northwood, 71% show no financial risk indicators. Our reports flag any homes with medium, high, or critical financial risk.
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RCH Score methodology
How we rank care homes in Northwood
Score 0–10 · updated monthly
CQC inspections can be 2–4 years old. Our RCH Score combines the official inspection result with live signals — real reviews, quality trajectory, and financial stability — to surface homes that are performing well today, not just at the last inspection.
CQC inspection rating
40%The official Care Quality Commission rating — Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate. The primary quality signal, but can be up to 4 years old.
Online reviews
30%Average star rating from verified public reviews across the web, weighted by volume. Reflects the day-to-day experience of residents and families. Only counted when 10+ reviews exist.
CQC trend
15%Whether the home's rating has been improving, stable, or declining across its last three inspections. An improving trajectory can offset an older rating.
Financial stability
15%Operational risk derived from Companies House filings — profit/loss trend, debt levels, and director changes. Financially stressed homes face higher closure and quality risk.
Rankings are calculated from public data only. We do not accept referral fees or paid placements from care homes.
The RCH Score is a decision-support tool, not a definitive ranking. Always visit a home in person and ask for the latest CQC inspection report before making a decision.
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