Best Care Homes in Crawley 2026
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Crawley Care Home Market
Key figures for the local care home market, drawn from regulatory, financial, and food safety data
Based on official inspection reports
Residential care in Crawley
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Across Crawley and surrounding areas
Crawley Care Market Analysis 2025
Homes rated Good or Outstanding by CQC, with newer purpose-built facilities generally achieving the highest ratings.
Crawley's proximity to Gatwick Airport makes it uniquely accessible for families travelling from abroad to visit relatives.
Around 40% of Crawley's care homes are purpose-built rather than converted, offering better accessibility and modern amenities.
Care Homes by Crawley Area
Care homes across Crawley's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location
Pound Hill
One of Crawley's most established neighbourhoods in the north-east, with mature tree cover, a local parade of shops, and Worth Way linking to the Sussex countryside. Care homes here benefit from generous plots, quiet cul-de-sacs, and easy access to Crawley Hospital.
4 care homes available
Three Bridges
A well-connected neighbourhood centred around its mainline railway station, offering direct services to London and the coast. Care homes are popular with families who value transport accessibility, with the recently improved station area and local amenities providing a practical, well-serviced setting.
4 care homes available
Ifield
A neighbourhood with genuine historic roots in its medieval village core around St Margaret's church, contrasting with Crawley's new town character. Care homes in Ifield offer a quieter, more village-like atmosphere, with Ifield Mill Pond and the surrounding nature reserve providing beautiful doorstep green space.
3 care homes available
Furnace Green
A well-planned 1960s neighbourhood in the south with generous green spaces between housing clusters and Tilgate Forest on the doorstep. Care homes serve a loyal local community, with Furnace Green's quiet, leafy streets and accessible layout making it particularly suitable for residents who enjoy gentle outdoor activity.
3 care homes available
Maidenbower
Crawley's newest neighbourhood, developed from the 1990s with modern infrastructure and thoughtful landscaping around Maidenbower Park. Purpose-built care homes feature contemporary design, energy efficiency, and accessible facilities, attracting families who prioritise modern amenities and well-maintained surroundings.
3 care homes available
Tilgate
Home to Crawley's jewel, Tilgate Park and Nature Centre, this southern neighbourhood offers an exceptional green setting for care homes. Residents and their families benefit from the park's accessible paths, lake, and gardens, making it one of the most pleasant locations in the town for outdoor visits.
3 care homes available
All 20 Homes Analysed
Every care home in our Crawley database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.
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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 Crawley
Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.
How many care homes are in Crawley?
Crawley has approximately 20 registered care homes for older adults, spread across neighbourhoods including Pound Hill, Three Bridges, Maidenbower, and Ifield. With around 15,000 over-65s in a town originally designed as a post-war new town, the care landscape includes both converted properties and modern purpose-built facilities.
What is the average cost of a care home in Crawley?
The average weekly cost in Crawley is approximately £980 for residential care, rising to £1,400+ for specialist nursing in newer areas like Maidenbower. Ifield and Furnace Green offer more affordable options from around £750/week, while purpose-built facilities in newer neighbourhoods command a premium.
Which Crawley areas have the best-rated care homes?
Maidenbower leads with 83% of homes rated Good or Outstanding by the CQC, followed by Pound Hill at 82% and Tilgate at 77%. Crawley's overall 77% Good/Outstanding rate sits close to the national average of 79%, with newer-built homes generally scoring higher.
Does West Sussex County Council fund care home places?
West Sussex County Council funds care at approximately £760/week for those who qualify through a financial assessment, creating a gap of around £220/week compared to the local private average of £980. Crawley's relatively affordable housing market means more residents may qualify for council funding compared to other parts of Surrey and Sussex.
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RCH Score methodology
How we rank care homes in Crawley
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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