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  • Avg. Review Score 9.3
  • Total 2,353 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,201 per week
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Shawcross Care Home
Bolton Road, Aston In Makerfield, Wigan WN4 8TU
"Our mum moved into Shawcross in September 2025 after seven weeks in hospital. It was meant to be a short stay, but after settling in she..."Read all 153 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 50 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
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St George's Nursing Home (Wigan)
Windsor Street, Wigan WN1 3NT
"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 / weekSize 50 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
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
The Acorns Care Centre
Parkside, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3LJ
"Excellent care all around. Philip also speaks very highly of the care he has received. We also saw the food has been excellent...."Read all 20 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 39 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
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Barley Brook Care Home
Elmfield Road, Wigan WN1 2RG
"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

Size 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
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Alexandra Grange
8 Howard Street, Pemberton, Wigan WN5 8BH
"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 / weekSize 54 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
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
The Oaks Private Residential Home
Oak Avenue, Hindley Green, Wigan WN2 4LZ
"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 / weekSize 31 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

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Berkeley House
Ellesmere Road, Pemberton, Wigan WN5 9LA
"I don't sit at home worrying if my husband is being looked after. I know 100% he has the best care I can ask for. When I walk in and he is..."Read all 24 reviews

Size 96 rooms

Group/Owner Cuerden Developments Ltd

Berkeley House is an eighteen capacity care home in Pemberton, employing friendly and qualified staff in order to achieve consistent and professional standards of personal care. The home is an ideal... Read more

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Primrose Villa Care Home
258-260 Preston Road, Standish, Wigan WN6 0NY
"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 / weekSize 15 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

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Lakeview
121 Ena Crescent, Leigh WN7 5ET
"Lakeview is a lovely home to live in, staff are like family and are so supportive and caring towards service users. We can have a laugh and..."Read all 11 reviews

Size 30 rooms

Group/Owner Exemplar Health Care Services Ltd

Lakeview supports adults living with complex physical and/or cognitive needs, with multiple long-term conditions, complex mental and physical health needs, and reduced mobility. The home is divided... Read more

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Mental Health Care
Berkeley Park
Howard Street, Pemberton, Wigan WN5 8BH
"My dad didn't want to leave. Following his stroke, my dad was sent to Alexander Court until he was ready to receive care at home. He loved..."Read all 22 reviews

Size 54 rooms

Group/Owner Cuerden Developments Ltd

Alexandra Court offers an experienced nursing team, skilled in many specialist areas of provision, including mental and physical health complications, sensory impairments and screening services. Part... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Heathside
Plank Lane, Leigh WN7 4QE

from £807 / weekSize 32 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Ashwood
1 Liverpool Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan WN4 9LH

from £1,239 / weekSize 36 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Kingshill
Kingshill Court, Wigan Road, Standish, Wigan WN6 0AR

Size 15 rooms

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Mental Health Care
Lime House
Newton Road, Lowton, Warrington WA3 1HF

from £1,004 / weekSize 32 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
The Chanters Care Home
Tyldesley Old Road, Atherton, Manchester M46 9AF

from £1,467 / weekSize 40 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care

Frequently Asked Questions about Wigan Area Care Homes

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 ProvidedWigan AreaGreater ManchesterEnglandUK
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?

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.