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Guildford 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 Guildford and surrounding areas
Guildford Care Market Analysis 2025
Homes rated Good or Outstanding by CQC, well above the national average of 79%.
Guildford care costs sit approximately 18% above the South East regional average, reflecting Surrey's affluence and high demand.
Consistently high occupancy across Guildford homes, driven by retirees choosing to stay near family in the Surrey commuter belt.
Care Homes by Guildford Area
Care homes across Guildford's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location
Merrow
Sought-after eastern suburb on the slopes of the North Downs with spacious care homes set in mature grounds, convenient for the Royal Surrey County Hospital and Merrow Downs walks.
8 care homes available
Stoughton
Established residential area north of the town centre with a strong community feel, well-run family homes, and easy access to Stoughton recreation ground and local shops.
7 care homes available
Onslow Village
Distinctive garden-suburb neighbourhood near the University of Surrey with characterful properties, tree-lined streets, and care homes that benefit from the area's peaceful, leafy setting.
6 care homes available
Burpham
Popular north-eastern village with a thriving high street, well-maintained care homes, and attractive riverside walks along the Wey Navigation towpath towards Send and Ripley.
7 care homes available
Shalford
Picturesque village south of Guildford with quiet lanes, period properties, and a handful of well-regarded smaller care homes set in the Tillingbourne valley countryside.
5 care homes available
Ash
Growing western community with good-value care options, modern purpose-built homes, and convenient transport links to both Guildford town centre and Farnborough.
7 care homes available
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Every care home in our Guildford 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.
Match Profile
Funding Summary
Estimated funding range
£20,000–£40,000/year
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Get Your ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Guildford
Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.
How many care homes are in Guildford?
Guildford and its surrounding villages have approximately 40 registered care homes for older adults, spread across areas including Merrow, Burpham, and Ash. As an affluent Surrey commuter town with a growing older population, Guildford maintains high occupancy rates, so early planning is strongly advised.
What is the average cost of a care home in Guildford?
The average weekly cost in Guildford is approximately £1,200 for residential care, rising to £1,800+ for specialist nursing in premium areas like Merrow and Onslow Village. Ash and Stoughton offer more affordable options from around £950/week, while areas near the town centre command a significant Surrey premium.
Which Guildford areas have the best-rated care homes?
Merrow leads with 90% of homes rated Good or Outstanding by the CQC, followed by Onslow Village at 88% and Shalford at 86%. Guildford's overall 84% Good/Outstanding rate sits well above the national average of 79%, reflecting Surrey's strong care standards.
Does Surrey County Council fund care home places in Guildford?
Surrey County Council funds care at approximately £830/week for those who qualify, creating a gap of around £370/week compared to the local private average of £1,200. Guildford's affluent Surrey location means self-funders face some of the highest care costs in the South East outside London.
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