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Barnet 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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Across Barnet and surrounding areas
Barnet Care Market Analysis 2025
Homes rated Good or Outstanding by CQC, in line with the London-wide average.
One of the largest concentrations of care homes in any single London borough, offering families genuine choice across price points.
The difference between Barnet Council's funded rate and the average private fee, making self-funder planning particularly important.
Care Homes by Barnet Area
Care homes across Barnet's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location
Finchley
Well-connected North London suburb with a strong mix of established residential and purpose-built care homes, close to excellent NHS facilities at Finchley Memorial Hospital and Barnet Hospital.
18 care homes available
Hendon
Diverse residential area with good-value care options and convenient access to the M1 corridor, popular with families seeking homes that cater to a range of cultural backgrounds.
15 care homes available
Edgware
Outer-borough neighbourhood at the northern tip of the Northern line offering some of Barnet's most affordable care, with modern purpose-built homes near Edgware Community Hospital.
14 care homes available
Mill Hill
Leafy hilltop village with spacious care homes set in generous grounds, known for its quiet residential streets, conservation areas, and proximity to Mill Hill Park.
12 care homes available
Barnet (High Barnet)
Historic market town at the borough's northern edge with a mix of period-converted and modern care homes, offering a semi-rural feel while remaining on the Northern line.
14 care homes available
Totteridge
Exclusive residential enclave with premium care homes in large converted properties, surrounded by green belt countryside and the Totteridge Valley nature reserve.
12 care homes available
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Every care home in our Barnet database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.
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What Your Report Includes
Every report analyses 5 care homes across 15 official data sources
Based on your requirements for nursing care with dementia specialisation near Surrey, we have identified 5 suitable care homes. Oakwood Manor stands out as the top match.
- Oakwood Manor: Outstanding rating, excellent staff feedback
- Riverside Gardens: best value at 8% below area average
- Average weekly cost: £1,240 (5% below area average)
Best Quality
94%
Best Value
87%
Closest
89%
Overall status
Excellent
Average score
87/100
Our analysis found
Home 1 has the strongest staff feedback, but fees sit 12% above regional average. Home 3 offers equivalent care at a lower cost.
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Funding Summary
Estimated funding range
£20,000–£40,000/year
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Get Your ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Barnet
Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.
How many care homes are in Barnet?
Barnet has approximately 85 registered care homes for older adults, making it one of the largest care home markets among London boroughs. Homes are spread across areas including Finchley, Hendon, Mill Hill, and High Barnet, with a mix of large purpose-built facilities and smaller converted residential properties.
What is the average cost of a care home in Barnet?
The average weekly cost in Barnet is approximately £1,250 for residential care, rising to £2,000+ for specialist nursing in premium areas like Totteridge and Mill Hill. Edgware and parts of Hendon offer more affordable options from around £950/week, while leafy southern areas command a significant premium.
Which Barnet areas have the best-rated care homes?
Totteridge leads with 88% of homes rated Good or Outstanding by the CQC, followed by Mill Hill at 85% and Finchley at 82%. Barnet's overall 80% Good/Outstanding rate is broadly in line with the London average, though quality varies noticeably between the borough's northern and southern neighbourhoods.
Does Barnet Council fund care home places?
Barnet Council funds care at approximately £850/week for those who qualify through a financial assessment, creating a gap of around £400/week compared to the local private average of £1,250. As a large borough with significant demand, Barnet maintains a structured but competitive market for council-funded placements.
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