Care Homes in Wigan Area

Q: Care Home costs in Wigan

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

Q: How many care homes are there in Wigan?

There are 55 Care Homes in Wigan, including 23 Nursing Homes & 32 Residential Care Homes.

Q: How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Wigan?

There are 40 care homes offering Dementia Care in Wigan including Ashton View Care Home, Worthington Lake Care Home & Thorley House.

Q: Which care homes offer Respite Care in Wigan?

Respite Care is offered by 43 care homes in Wigan including Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home, Worthington Lake Care Home & Thorley House.

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Avg. Review Score 9.3
Total 2,353 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,201 per week

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Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home

Chorley Road, Worthington, Standish, Wigan WN1 2XN

9.9100 Reviews

22 2

"We are very grateful for the care our relative received at Lakeside. There is 24 hour on call nursing and qualified staff who were very..."Read all 100 reviews

Size 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Nursing Care

Ashton View Care Home

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

9.975 Reviews

"Dad has been resident at Ashton View for a number of years. He has always had excellent care. Staff interact with him, even though in the..."Read all 75 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 58 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

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Worthington Lake Care Home

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

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

Size 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Thorley House

Hazelmere Gardens, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3QD

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 / weekSize 40 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
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Carrington Court Care Home

190 Darby Lane, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3DU

9.874 Reviews

"From my dad arriving at Carrington in April 2025 everyone at Carrington made us feel like family. I can not thank the staff for the care..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,612 / weekSize 48 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
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Nursing Care

Montrose Hall

Sherwood Crescent, Wigan WN5 9TB

9.897 Reviews

15 2

"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 / weekSize 41 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Lyndhurst

College Street, Leigh WN7 2RF

9.747 Reviews

13 1

"Lorraine has settled into Lyndhurst very well, prior to her going in she was very addgitated and nervous but the staff have been brilliant..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Lyndhurst is a purpose built home, close to the centre of Leigh, with its shops and markets. Dedicated staff cater for individual needs, and activities are designed to suit different interests. The home... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Ash Tree House

Ash Tree House, Warwick Drive, Wigan WN2 4DT

9.7107 Reviews

"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 / weekSize 60 rooms

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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Richmond House Care Home

Mitchell Street, Leigh WN7 4UH

9.7157 Reviews

"Wow. What a caring professional care home. The physios OT's nurses and carers could not have given Mum any more then 100% made welcoming..."Read all 157 reviews

from £1,358 / weekSize 49 rooms

Nestled within the residential area of Leigh, Richmond House care home offers personalised nursing care to older people. Residents at Richmond House can choose from lounge areas with comfortable,... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Nursing Care

Haighfield Nursing Home

241 Wigan Road, Standish, Wigan WN1 2RF

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 / weekSize 45 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

Mahogany Care Home

Marsden Street, Newtown, Wigan WN5 0TS

9.674 Reviews

24 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 74 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 51 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
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Rosebridge Court

191 Darby Lane, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3DU

9.654 Reviews

"The care and support Mum recieves has been wonderful. The staff are kind, patient & compasionate & they treat Mum with dignity, respect &..."Read all 54 reviews

from £1,578 / weekSize 46 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

Lakelands

Grizedale Drive, Higher Ince, Wigan WN2 2LX

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 / weekSize 40 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
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Norley Hall Care Home

Norley Avenue, Pemberton, Wigan WN5 9LP

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

Size 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Westleigh Lodge Care Home

Nel Pan Lane, Leigh WN7 5JT

9.578 Reviews

"Mum has dementia, she moved into the home a couple of weeks ago. From day one all the staff have been really good with her, always checking..."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,528 / weekSize 48 rooms

Set in beautiful surroundings on the outskirts of Leigh, Westleigh Lodge Care Home offers personalised nursing dementia care for older people in a warm, inviting setting. This friendly, purpose-built... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Dementia Nursing Care

Woodlands Court

Ash Lane, New Springs, Wigan WN2 1EZ

9.551 Reviews

12 1

"I go to the Woodland Care Home every Tuesday to see a very close friend. Everyone is very friendly, the carers to the residents...."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 40 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Garswood House

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

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 / weekSize 53 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
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

High Peak Lodge Residential & Nursing Home

Bedford Square, Off Chapel Street, Leigh WN7 2AA

9.434 Reviews

"My Dad has very recently moved into High Peak with a view to it becoming permanent. (4wks respite) Our experience over 2 wks has been..."Read all 34 reviews

from £1,175 / weekSize 39 rooms

Group/Owner Vayra Care Homes Ltd

High Peak Lodge Residential & Nursing Home specialises in temporary respite and nursing care, as well as being skilled in helping individuals with physical mobility issues and those with palliative care... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

Dean Wood Manor

Spring Road, Orrell, Wigan WN5 0JH

9.456 Reviews

16 1

"My dad came to deanwood manor July 2025 after being in another care home for rest bite for 6 weeks in which had refused to take his..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 50 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

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Dementia Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

Bedford Care Home

Battersby Street, Leigh WN7 2AH

9.499 Reviews

"Our close friend was resident in Beech House for several weeks. He was placed there due to being discharged from hospital. There was aways..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 180 rooms

Group/Owner Advinia Healthcare Ltd

Located in the historic town of Leigh, Bedford Care Home provides long and short-term care for people with a range of different care needs, including nursing, residential and palliative care, along with... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Ancliffe

Warrington Road, Goose Green, Wigan WN3 6QA

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 / weekSize 40 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Golborne House

Derby Road, Golborne, Warrington WA3 3JL

9.317 Reviews

12 1

"My dad is so happy and very well cared for. The staff treat him with respect but also have fun with him. His physical needs are met in a..."Read all 17 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 45 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Golborne House is a fabulous and spacious home in the heart of Golborne. Residents are able to maintain strong links with community life, maintaining as much personal independence as possible, while enjoying... Read more

Older Person Care
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Westwood Lodge Care Centre

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

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 / weekSize 76 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Nursing Care

Langtree Care Home

Chorley Road, Standish, Wigan WN1 2XN

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

Size 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Greenacres

Green Lane, Standish, Wigan WN6 0TS

9.228 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 / weekSize 40 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
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Belong Wigan

Millers Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan WN2 5DD

9.9148 Reviews

12 1

"After a short stay in hospital in April 2026 Mum needed to be placed into Palliative Care. Mum already lived at Belong and, luckily for..."Read all 148 reviews

from £1,700 / weekSize 67 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

Hourigan House

Myrtle Avenue, Leigh WN7 5QU

8.831 Reviews

14 1

"My mum has really settled at Hourigan House. She enjoys taking part in the numerous activities and has made a number of friends. The staff..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Hourigan House is located in a residential part of Leigh, offering 24 hour support in a friendly care setting. Residents are encouraged to maintain an active lifestyle and there is a wide range of activities... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Ambleside Bank

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

9.834 Reviews

22 1

"I cannot thank the staff enough for taking great care of my grandad Billy. The dedication, love and care they showed both him and our..."Read all 34 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 40 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
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Belong Atherton

55 Mealhouse Lane, Atherton, Manchester M46 0EU

9.790 Reviews

12 1

"The respite care provided for my wife was carried out by lovely staff throughout, who showed kindness and understanding. The food,..."Read all 90 reviews

from £1,700 / weekSize 73 rooms

Group/Owner Belong Ltd

Belong Atherton is a vibrant community village on Mealhouse Lane bringing the very latest in care and facilities for older people into the heart of the town. The village hub is open to the public and... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

The Rowans

339 Bickershaw Lane, Wigan WN2 5TE

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 / weekSize 66 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

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Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
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Care Home costs in Wigan Area

Average care home costs in Wigan Area 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 40 care homes with fees listed in Wigan Area.

Type of Care Provided	Wigan Area	Greater Manchester	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,165	£1,147	£1,309	£1,313
Residential Dementia Care	£1,212	£1,177	£1,339	£1,343
Nursing Care	£1,411	£1,410	£1,569	£1,554
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,438	£1,468	£1,584	£1,575
All Care Types	£1,201	£1,154	£1,319	£1,326

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 care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.

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

Average cost of Residential Care from 33 care homes with fees listed.

£1,165 per week

1.6% above Greater Manchester average
12.4% below England average
12.7% below UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 29 care homes with fees listed.

£1,212 per week

3.0% above Greater Manchester average
10.5% below England average
10.8% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 15 care homes with fees listed.

£1,411 per week

0.1% above Greater Manchester average
11.2% below England average
10.1% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 13 care homes with fees listed.

£1,438 per week

2.1% below Greater Manchester average
10.2% below England average
9.5% below UK average

How many care homes are there in Wigan Area?

There are 55 Care Homes in Wigan Area, including 23 Nursing Homes & 32 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in Wigan Area have the highest Review Score?

Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home, Ashton View Care Home & Worthington Lake Care Home are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in Wigan Area.

Which care homes in Wigan Area offer Nursing Care?

Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home, Ashton View Care Home & Carrington Court Care Home are some of the 18 Nursing Homes in Wigan Area.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Wigan Area?

There are 40 care homes offering Dementia Care in Wigan Area including Ashton View Care Home, Worthington Lake Care Home & Thorley House.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Wigan Area?

Respite Care is offered by 43 care homes in Wigan Area including Lakeside Nursing & Residential Home, Worthington Lake Care Home & Thorley House.

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

There are 48 care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 3 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

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

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