Care Homes for Older People in Wigan

Q: Older Person Care Home costs in and around Wigan

The average costs for older person care homes in and around Wigan can vary depending on the type of care required. Please refer to the detailed breakdown for more information.

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Avg. Review Score 9.4
Total 1,749 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,200 per week

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Ashton View Care Home

Wigan Road, Ashton-in-Makefield, Wigan WN4 9BJ

3.9 miles from centre of Wigan

9.974 Reviews

"My dad was transferred from hospital and as soon as he arrived he was washed and dressed he was end of life what the staff did for him was..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,200 / week58 rooms

Group/Owner Dovehaven

Ashton View is a welcoming, purpose-built nursing home providing a safe and supportive environment for up to 58 residents. The home delivers high-quality general nursing care, dementia nursing, and residential... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Worthington Lake Care Home

Worthington Lake, Chorley Road, Worthington Standish, Wigan WN1 2XN

3.2 miles from centre of Wigan

9.963 Reviews

42 2

"Worthington Lake offers an amazing, inclusive, safe, environment for our family members during a quite worrying time of their lives...."Read all 63 reviews

34 rooms

Group/Owner Millennium Care Group

Worthington Lake is a new purpose-built, accredited Dementia care home in Wigan. Set within the beautiful Lancashire countryside, the home is tailored to state-of-the-art dementia care, both in design... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Thorley House

Hazelmere Gardens, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3QD

2.7 miles from centre of Wigan

9.956 Reviews

12 1

"My husband went into respite at thorley house for a week, , when we picked him today he was extremely happy, he was very clean well kept..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,000 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Thorley House is a vibrant home approximately one mile from Hindley town centre. The home has a dedicated care team and a well thought-out programme of daily activities, designed to reflect residents’... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home

Chorley Road, Worthington, Standish, Wigan WN1 2XN

3.2 miles from centre of Wigan

9.998 Reviews

22 2

"We cannot thank the team at Lakeside Nursing and Residential Home enough for everything they have done for my dad. My dad has complex..."Read all 98 reviews

50 rooms

Group/Owner Millennium Care Group

Lakeside Nursing and Residential Home is the oldest member of the Standish Care Village. The care home provides respite, residential, nursing, and end-of-life care. The Standish Care Village has... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Nursing Care
Residential Care

Carrington Court Care Home

190 Darby Lane, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3DU

2 miles from centre of Wigan

9.874 Reviews

"From the first (impromptu, in person) enquiry call to the day that dad sadly passed away, I have nothing but praise for and gratitude to..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,612 / week48 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Carrington Court care home, located in Hindley near Wigan is a purpose-built home accredited with the Gold Standards Framework. Priding itself on delivering personalised and high quality support to all... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Nursing Care

Montrose Hall

Sherwood Crescent, Wigan WN5 9TB

1.6 miles from centre of Wigan

9.897 Reviews

15 1

"My mum became a resident (at Montrose Hall) at the end of January, following an illness after Xmas when it became apparent that living..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,250 / week41 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Anchor's Montrose Hall is located at the centre of the community in Wigan. The home provides friendly and comfortable residential and dementia care for up to 41 customers. The home has been designed... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Mahogany Care Home

Marsden Street, Newtown, Wigan WN5 0TS

1.1 miles from centre of Wigan

9.873 Reviews

13 1

"My Dad has been in Mahogany Care Home approximately 2 and a half year's, the Care Home with vascular dementia.The Care Home is very Clean..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,100 / week51 rooms

Group/Owner We Care Group

Mahogany Nursing in Wigan is a purpose-built facility. It is a versatile home that provides, personalised care packages for a wide range of long-term or temporary needs. The home has two lounges,... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Ash Tree House

Ash Tree House, Warwick Drive, Wigan WN2 4DT

2.7 miles from centre of Wigan

9.7107 Reviews

14 1

"Mum moved into Ash Tree House in early 2025. We were recommended Ash Tree by a friend after being unsuccessful in finding the right Care..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,385 / week60 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Ash Tree House offers 24 hour residential and dementia care in luxury surroundings which create a great place to live. Staff at Ash Tree House are proud to be making a real difference to the lives... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Haighfield Nursing Home

241 Wigan Road, Standish, Wigan WN1 2RF

1.8 miles from centre of Wigan

9.730 Reviews

"The reviewing officer should be very pleased with the team at Haighfield Nursing home, they provide outstanding care and support. It is a..."Read all 30 reviews

from £970 / week45 rooms

Group/Owner N Hussain

Haighfield Care Home is located in Wigan, with the rear of the property offering views of the picturesque Douglas Valley. Established in 1990, this family-run care home specialises in nursing and residential... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Dean Wood Manor

Spring Road, Orrell, Wigan WN5 0JH

2.8 miles from centre of Wigan

9.654 Reviews

16 1

"The staff are amazing. My father has vascular dementia and is very well looked after . When we visit him we see how the staff are with all..."Read all 54 reviews

from £1,250 / week50 rooms

Group/Owner Dovehaven

Dean Wood Manor is a specialist dementia nursing care home in Wigan, providing compassionate, person-centred care for up to 50 residents living with dementia and other mental health conditions. Set within... Read more

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Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

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Lakelands

Grizedale Drive, Higher Ince, Wigan WN2 2LX

1.3 miles from centre of Wigan

9.625 Reviews

13 1

"My mum add come into Lakelands in April 2026, she was in for 1 month but wanted to go home. She went back home in May, but after 2 weeks of..."Read all 25 reviews

from £1,000 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Lakelands is a spacious, vibrant and well maintained home, with a well qualified and dedicated staff team led by experienced home manager, Margaret Bennett. It is situated in Higher Ince, approximately... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Woodlands Court

Ash Lane, New Springs, Wigan WN2 1EZ

1.5 miles from centre of Wigan

9.649 Reviews

12 1

"I have been coming to the home for 12 months to see my mate. He seems to love the place and the staff, who all seem to like him. He also..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,000 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Woodlands Court looks at all aspects of care for older people, thanks to a fully-trained and dedicated team of professionals who are experienced in residential, respite and dementia care. Alongside... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Norley Hall Care Home

Norley Avenue, Pemberton, Wigan WN5 9LP

2 miles from centre of Wigan

9.5108 Reviews

42 2

"It has been my experience that all the staff are exceptionally caring and helpful on all aspects of my friends care. In particular during..."Read all 108 reviews

52 rooms

Group/Owner Millennium Care Group

Norley Hall Care Home: A stunning purpose built care home located within a short drive from the M6 and central Wigan, Norley Hall offers amongst the most specialist and tailored dementia and residential... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Garswood House

Wentworth Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan WN4 9TZ

3.7 miles from centre of Wigan

9.548 Reviews

14 1

"My dad has a good relationship with the staff & other residents and I feel that all his wants & needs are taken care of. His room is always..."Read all 48 reviews

from £1,000 / week53 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Garswood House is an attractive home one mile from the town of Ashton-in-Makerfield. Its dedicated and trained staff team work hard to make residents feel welcome, and there is a good social atmosphere,... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Greenacres

Green Lane, Standish, Wigan WN6 0TS

3.1 miles from centre of Wigan

9.428 Reviews

12 1

"Can't praise greenacers enough my dad is very happy there,we find him to be well looked after by the fantastic staff there nothing to much..."Read all 28 reviews

from £1,000 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Greenacres is a purpose-built home, on the outskirts of Standish town centre, set within well kept lawns. It is a friendly home offering a varied social calendar and a wide range of activities. It is... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Ancliffe

Warrington Road, Goose Green, Wigan WN3 6QA

1.5 miles from centre of Wigan

9.325 Reviews

13 1

"Mum had been in Ancliffe for 3 years until she passed away in july this year, mum was well looked after and the staff are amazing, the care..."Read all 25 reviews

from £1,100 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Ancliffe is located in close proximity to Wigan town centre, with good travel routes nearby, allowing its residents a flexible lifestyle and great deal of personal choice, whilst having access to full-time... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Rosebridge Court

191 Darby Lane, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3DU

2 miles from centre of Wigan

9.352 Reviews

"My husband has been in Rosebridge Care Home for over 5 years. I cannot fault the care and attention that has been shown to him. From..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,578 / week46 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Rosebridge Court care home, situated just three miles from the centre of Wigan in the small town of Hindley, is a lovely setting with a real family feel. The home is purpose-built and designed to be... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Nursing Care

Westwood Lodge Care Centre

Brookview, Helmsman Way, Off Poolstock Lane, Wigan WN3 5DJ

1 miles from centre of Wigan

9.374 Reviews

"We were so happy with the care Mum received at Westwood Lodge. All the staff appear genuinely dedicated & really do go the extra mile. Mum..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,336 / week76 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Westwood Lodge Care Home, situated in a peaceful residential area just outside Wigan, is a friendly and purpose-built home offering personalised nursing care. Inside, the home boasts patio, premier... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Nursing Care

Langtree Care Home

Chorley Road, Standish, Wigan WN1 2XN

3.2 miles from centre of Wigan

9.37 Reviews

27 2

"I can't thank the team at Langtree enough for the individual care and attention that they have shown Mum since she moved in at Christmas...."Read all 7 reviews

52 rooms

Group/Owner Millennium Care Group

Langtree Care Home is a care home within the Standish Care Village. The home caters for respite, residential and dementia care. The Standish Care Village comprises three homes that deliver varied... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Belong Wigan

Millers Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan WN2 5DD

2.2 miles from centre of Wigan

10141 Reviews

12 1

"My husband has been at Belong Wigan for 6 1/2 years and sadly passed away this month. The home have been outstandingly supportive and..."Read all 141 reviews

from £1,700 / week67 rooms

Group/Owner Belong Ltd

Belong Wigan, the town’s hugely popular village in Millers Lane, offers outstanding facilities and support and a vibrant programme of community events. Belong households represent a radically different... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Ambleside Bank

High Street, Ince Green Lane, Ince, Wigan WN3 4RL

0.8 miles from centre of Wigan

9.833 Reviews

22 1

"I cannot thanks all of the staff enough for the way they look after Mum. Nothing is too much trouble for them and they are always happy,..."Read all 33 reviews

from £1,250 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner Century Healthcare Ltd

Ambleside Bank Care Home provides exceptional residential care tailored to the needs of every resident. Renowned for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, Ambleside Bank care home is designed to offer a... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

The Rowans

339 Bickershaw Lane, Wigan WN2 5TE

3.1 miles from centre of Wigan

9.718 Reviews

15 1

"I always find this home to be clean and very friendly. The care that is shown to my mum is so lovely and make us happy to know she is safe..."Read all 18 reviews

from £1,500 / week66 rooms

Group/Owner EQ Care Group

The Rowans offers residential, nursing and nursing dementia care and support in a homely environment in Bickershaw, Wigan. Conveniently situated, the home has good bus routes for visitors, with a... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

St George's Nursing Home (Wigan)

Windsor Street, Wigan WN1 3NT

0.4 miles from centre of Wigan

9.562 Reviews

"Dad as been a resident of st georges for the last 12 months. I am more than happy with the care he gets from the lovely staff. We feel able..."Read all 62 reviews

from £1,250 / week50 rooms

St George's is part of a small group of homes and with its family feel makes it special. It boasts a beautiful private lawned area that it lovely to access in summer. The home historically was an old... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Shawcross Care Home

Bolton Road, Aston In Makerfield, Wigan WN4 8TU

3.5 miles from centre of Wigan

9.5152 Reviews

22 1

"I never believed the time or need to choose a care home for my dad would ever come, sadly dementia began to win. I visited Shawcross and..."Read all 152 reviews

from £1,250 / week50 rooms

Group/Owner Each Other Care

Located just outside of Ashton-in-Makerfield, Shawcross Care Home offers residential, nursing, dementia, respite and day care within a supportive, welcoming shared home community. The team at Shawcross... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Lindsay House

Parbold Hill, Parbold, Wigan WN8 7TG

5.7 miles from centre of Wigan

9.342 Reviews

"My sister has been at Lindsay House for 6 months and has settled in beautifully. We are veyr happy with the home. The staff are caring &..."Read all 42 reviews

31 rooms

Group/Owner Akari Care Ltd

Lindsay House is situated in peaceful, scenic surroundings on the well-known beauty spot of Parbold Hill. Its extensive refurbishment and investment gives the home a friendly and comfortable environment... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Barley Brook Care Home

Elmfield Road, Wigan WN1 2RG

1.6 miles from centre of Wigan

9.112 Reviews

23 1

"The overall support given before, during & after the transition was excellent. It made it easier through a hard time for the family to..."Read all 12 reviews

28 rooms

Group/Owner Rosewood Healthcare Ltd

Barley Brook Residential Dementia Care Home in Wigan is a small, welcoming home specialising in supporting people living with dementia. With just 28 residents, Barley Brook offers a more personal approach... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

The Acorns Care Centre

Parkside, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3LJ

2.4 miles from centre of Wigan

9.017 Reviews

"Eveline came to Acorns 2 years ago. The manager & staff were impeccable. She was looked after & cared for all the time she was here. I..."Read all 17 reviews

from £1,050 / week39 rooms

Group/Owner Franklin Care Group Ltd

The Acorns Care Centre in Wigan offers excellent support for people needing residential care. Trained caring staff treat residents with dignity and respect while providing high quality care. There... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Alexandra Grange

8 Howard Street, Pemberton, Wigan WN5 8BH

2.2 miles from centre of Wigan

8.027 Reviews

"The overall care for mum is really good. They try to engage her in all activities. She is encouraged to try different foods and always..."Read all 27 reviews

from £1,325 / week54 rooms

Group/Owner Cuerden Developments Ltd

Alexandra Court is situated in Pemberton, Wigan and provides residential and nursing care for people 24 hours a day. The home features a rehabilitation centre and offers diagnostic and screening services. Cuerden... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

The Oaks Private Residential Home

Oak Avenue, Hindley Green, Wigan WN2 4LZ

3.3 miles from centre of Wigan

8.67 Reviews

"The staff are amazing, all of the staff are approachable, the activities coordinator keeps everyone entertained, there is always something..."Read all 7 reviews

from £955 / week31 rooms

Group/Owner Diamond Care Homes

The Oaks is registered for thirty-one adults, taking on board a wide range of care needs thanks to a versatile team of highly-trained carers. While being ideal for older people's needs, carers are experienced... Read more

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Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Primrose Villa Care Home

258-260 Preston Road, Standish, Wigan WN6 0NY

3.8 miles from centre of Wigan

8.36 Reviews

"Mum is very happy there she been in over 6 years now the staff do their very best to help her as she been ill for a long time now nice..."Read all 6 reviews

from £900 / week15 rooms

Group/Owner Diamond Care Homes

The aim and objectives of Primrose Villa Care Home is to provide a high quality and best possible caring environment and services to all residents whilst consistently and reliably complying with all its... Read more

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wigan Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in and around Wigan

Average older person care home costs in and around Wigan by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 27 older person care homes with fees listed in and around Wigan.

Type of Care Provided	Wigan	Greater Manchester	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,142	£1,147	£1,305	£1,309
Residential Dementia Care	£1,211	£1,180	£1,334	£1,339
Nursing Care	£1,389	£1,404	£1,566	£1,551
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,403	£1,450	£1,580	£1,570
All Care Types	£1,200	£1,155	£1,316	£1,323

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Wigan Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 22 care homes with fees listed.

£1,142 per week

0.4% below Greater Manchester average
14.3% below England average
14.6% below UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 21 care homes with fees listed.

£1,211 per week

2.6% above Greater Manchester average
10.2% below England average
10.6% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 10 care homes with fees listed.

£1,389 per week

1.1% below Greater Manchester average
12.7% below England average
11.7% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 10 care homes with fees listed.

£1,403 per week

3.3% below Greater Manchester average
12.6% below England average
11.9% below UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Wigan?

There are 42 Older Person Care Homes in Wigan, including 17 Nursing Homes & 25 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Wigan have the highest Review Score?

Belong Wigan, Ashton View Care Home & Worthington Lake Care Home are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Wigan.

Which older person care homes in Wigan offer Nursing Care?

Ashton View Care Home, Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home & Carrington Court Care Home are some of the 14 Nursing Homes in Wigan.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Wigan?

There are 29 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Wigan including Ashton View Care Home, Worthington Lake Care Home & Thorley House.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Wigan?

Respite Care is offered by 33 elderly care homes in Wigan including Worthington Lake Care Home, Thorley House & Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home.

How many older person care homes listings in Wigan have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 38 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly care homes in Wigan have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 1 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which elderly care homes in Wigan have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Awards in Wigan include Belong Wigan.