The Willows
Residential care home · Birmingham
170 Newton Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B43 6BU
Run by The Willows Residential Care Home
- GoodCQC · Jan 2018
- 8.0Our score
- Beds7
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0121 357 0124
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 24 January 2018
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Willows
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-19667268164
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Willows
The Willows gives people with learning disabilities and younger adults a residential home in Great Barr, Birmingham, where daily life includes choice, support and opportunities to take part. The home describes a safe, homely and stimulating environment, with residents encouraged to do as much as possible for themselves.
Residents can spend time in the local community, including nearby parks, farms, shops and cafés. The home also describes opportunities to go out, help on a farm and contribute through community activities. Its approach combines residential support with independence, social contact and purposeful routines for people who want an active role in planning their days.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Birmingham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lonsdale Midlands Limited - 290 Newton RoadBirmingham | 0.5 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Ashmill Residential Care HomeBirmingham | 1.4 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Step-forward support servicesBirmingham | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Silverbirch HomeBirmingham | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Noble LodgeBirmingham | 1.6 miles |
What stands out
What stands out
- Homely setting with community involvement
- Residents help shape daily life
Suits: People wanting active residential disability support
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
170 Newton Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B43 6BU
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Questions families ask
Who does The Willows provide residential care for?
They provide residential care for people with learning disabilities in a safe, homely and stimulating environment.
Can residents work or help in the community?
Yes. Residents can help on a farm, take part in community activities and have jobs helping in the community.
Do they have visiting healthcare professionals?
Yes. The home lists both a visiting nurse and a visiting psychiatrist among its support arrangements.
How much does The Willows cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Willows for its weekly fee. As a guide, Sandwell council paid on average £1,034 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.