Elderly care homes in Swindon

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Swindon has 33 elderly care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 12 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 2 Outstanding, 23 Good and 5 Requires improvement. 3 homes are not rated yet. Swindon council paid on average £999 a week for a residential care place and £1,018 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Swindon (47)

Swindon at a glance

33on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding2
  • Good23
  • Requires improvement5
  • Not yet rated3
  • 83% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.8 / 10
  • Types of care85% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Swindon on the CQC register, whatever its rating. The highest scores come first and homes not yet inspected come last.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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33 elderly care homes in Swindon

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Kings Court Care Centre

Run by MMCG (2) Limited

Kent Road, Swindon, SN1 3NP
OutstandingCQC · Dec 2025
  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Dementia nursing, end-of-life and residential care are available at Kings Court Care Centre in Swindon, with respite care for shorter stays. The home supports older people and younger adults whose needs require nursing, dementia or comfort-focused provision.

Daily life includes activities arranged around residents’ interests, alongside a café, garden, cinema room and minibus outings.

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Orchid Care Home

Run by Angel Care (Orchid Care Homes) Ltd

Guernsey Lane (Off Torun Way), Swindon, SN25 1UZ
OutstandingCQC · Dec 2024
  • Nursing
  • 84 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Nursing and dementia care is available for older people at Orchid Care Home, alongside activities intended to keep residents active and engaged. The programme can include swimming, songs and park walks, giving residents choices beyond the daily care routine.

Fresh meat and vegetables are prepared for meals, while the activity team supports shared interests and social occasions.

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Church View Nursing Home

Run by Coate Water Care Company (Church View Nursing Home) Limited

Rainer Close, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, SN3 4YA
GoodCQC · Oct 2026
  • Nursing
  • 43 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Church View Nursing Home supports older people and residents with dementia, physical disabilities or mental health needs through nursing care in Swindon. It belongs to a family-run provider offering residential, respite and nursing services, including short-term support after hospital discharge.

Care can include 24-hour nursing supervision, individual care planning and help with daily living.

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Dean Park

Run by Optimal Living Ltd

24 Park Lane, Swindon, SN1 5EL
GoodCQC · Jul 2026
  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 5 residents in Swindon, run by Optimal Living Ltd. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Fessey House

Run by Swindon Borough Council In-House Provider Service

Brookdene, Haydon Wick, Swindon, SN25 1RY
GoodCQC · May 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 68 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

For older people with mainstream needs or dementia, Fessey House offers residential care in Swindon. The 68-bed home is registered for older people and people with dementia, with carers trained to support dementia and mental health needs.

Daily life includes engaging and stimulating activities alongside residential support. Families can therefore consider a setting focused on ongoing care, companionship and structured routines, rather than…

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The Laurel

Run by Optimal Living Ltd

23 Park Lane, Swindon, SN1 5EL
GoodCQC · Sept 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 6 residents in Swindon, run by Optimal Living Ltd. Supports older people, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Willowbrook View

Run by Connaught Care (Wichelstowe) Ltd

Barwell Avenue, Swindon, SN1 7EY
GoodCQC · Jul 2026
  • Residential
  • 84 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential and dementia care at Willowbrook View is complemented by respite and short stays, day care and palliative support in Swindon. The home is registered without nursing and works with district nurses and community health partners when nursing-related needs arise.

Personalised care, activities and a permanent team support residents throughout the day.

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3 Ferrers Drive

Run by Millfield James Limited

Grange Park, Swindon, SN5 6HJ
GoodCQC · Sept 2026
  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 5 residents in Swindon, run by Millfield James Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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4 Hermitage Lane

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

Upper Stratton, Swindon, SN2 7QS
GoodCQC · Jun 2026
  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

4 Hermitage Lane provides registered residential care in Swindon for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities. It sits within Voyage Care’s wider provision for people with complex needs.

Support is shaped around individual needs, circumstances and preferences, with the wider provider offering residential homes, supported living and community support.

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7 Eworth Close

Run by Millfield James Limited

Grange Park, Swindon, SN5 6JG
GoodCQC · Jun 2026
  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 6 residents in Swindon, run by Millfield James Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Ashbury Lodge Residential Home

Run by Coate Water Care Company Limited

261 Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 1NW
GoodCQC · Jun 2026
  • Residential
  • 44 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Ashbury Lodge supports older people with residential, day and respite care in Swindon, including round-the-clock dementia care. Support is shaped around each resident’s needs, with assistance available for daily living and changing care requirements.

The home sits opposite Coate Water Country Park, giving residents and families opportunities for walks, feeding ducks and time beside the lake.

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Chiseldon Care Home

Run by Anderson Nursing Limited

73 Draycott Road, Chiseldon, Swindon, SN4 0LT
GoodCQC · Dec 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 20 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 20 residents in Swindon, run by Anderson Nursing Limited. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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Downs View Care Centre

Run by Coate Water Care Company Limited

Badbury, Swindon, SN4 0EU
GoodCQC · May 2026
  • Residential
  • 51 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Downs View Care Centre provides residential, dementia and respite care for older people, with day care, nursing and palliative support also available through the provider’s wider service offer. The home suits people needing daily assistance, dementia support or a short stay after hospital discharge.

Its setting includes a sensory garden with shaded areas, non-slip flooring, scented plants, water features and wind chimes.

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Goddard Avenue (145)

Run by Xlcare Limited

145-146 Goddard Avenue, Old Town, Swindon, SN1 4HX
GoodCQC · Jul 2026
  • Residential
  • 12 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 12 residents in Swindon, run by Xlcare Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities, mental health and younger adults.

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Kingsmead Care Home

Run by Healthcare Homes (Spring) Limited

65 Prospect Place, Old Town, Swindon, SN1 3LJ
GoodCQC · Sept 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Kingsmead Care Home provides permanent and respite nursing care for older people, including residents living with dementia, physical disabilities or sensory impairment. Its wider care offer also includes residential and dementia care, with support available for younger adults within the registered scope.

The home sits within a provider offering care across the South and East of England.

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Ladymead Care Home

Run by Healthcare Homes (Spring) Limited

Moormead Road, Wroughton, Swindon, SN4 9BY
GoodCQC · Feb 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential and nursing care at Ladymead Care Home is arranged for older people, including those living with dementia. The home also supports people with physical disabilities and sensory impairments, with permanent, respite, palliative and dementia care available. Specialist nursing, elderly and dementia care are central to its provision, alongside residential support shaped around each resident’s circumstances and level of need.

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Lansdowne Hill Care Home

Run by Lansdowne Hill Care Home Limited

Wharf Road, Wroughton, Swindon, SN4 9LF
GoodCQC · Feb 2025
  • Residential
  • 46 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Lansdowne Hill Care Home provides residential, respite and end of life care for older people, including people with dementia or sensory loss. The home is relevant to families arranging permanent support, a temporary stay or care during the later stages of life.

Its wider provider offers guidance on care choices, funding and assessments, while the home’s published service scope includes support for dementia and sensory loss.

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Park View Nursing Home

Run by Bothwells Ltd

Broad Bush, Blunsdon, Swindon, SN26 7DH
GoodCQC · Mar 2026
  • Nursing
  • 41 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 41 residents in Swindon, run by Bothwells Ltd. Supports older people and younger adults.

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Ridgeway Rise

Run by Ridgeway Rise Care Limited

40 Richardson Road, Blunsdon St Andrew, Swindon, SN25 4DS
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 73 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Ridgeway Rise provides residential, nursing, dementia, respite and palliative care in a purpose-built Swindon home. Its 73 rooms include en-suite accommodation, with a cinema, hair and beauty salon, landscaped gardens and quiet areas available for residents. People can choose an active routine, a quieter day or a balance between the two.

Care plans are personalised and reviewed as needs change, supporting residents who require increasing…

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The Orchards Residential Home

Run by Buckland Care Limited

1 Perrys Lane, Wrougton, Swindon, SN4 9AX
GoodCQC · Apr 2026
  • Residential
  • 48 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential, respite, dementia and day care are offered at The Orchards Residential Home for older people and adults living with dementia or other registered care needs. The home occupies a period setting with landscaped grounds, mature conservation trees and attractive gardens, giving residents outdoor space as part of everyday life.

The Orchards is part of Buckland Care, an independent family-run provider with homes across the South of England…

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What to look for in elderly care homes

  1. Support with mobility

    Support with mobility, nutrition, medicines and day-to-day routines.

  2. Activities

    Activities and social contact that reflect residents’ interests.

  3. How the home involves residents

    How the home involves residents and families in care decisions.

Questions families ask

What should elderly care homes offer?

Older people may need different combinations of personal care, mobility support, medicines management and social activity. Compare what each home can support now and how it plans for needs that may change.

How many elderly care homes are there in Swindon?

33 elderly care homes in Swindon are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which elderly care homes in Swindon are rated Outstanding?

Kings Court Care Centre and Orchid Care Home.

How much does a care home cost in Swindon?

Swindon council paid on average £999 a week for residential care and £1,018 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £2,580 and £2,285. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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