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Browse 55 Wigan Area Care Homes

  • Avg. Review Score 9.3
  • Total 2,308 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,208 per week
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 / 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
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Shawcross Care Home
Bolton Road, Aston In Makerfield, Wigan WN4 8TU
"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
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

from £1,235 / week28 Rooms

Group/Owner Rosewood Healthcare Ltd

Barley Brook is an old mansion house adapted to provide residential care to older people. It is set in the affluent area of Standish Wigan and is easily accessible to all major motorway routes and local... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
The Acorns Care Centre
Parkside, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3LJ
"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
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing 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 / 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
  • 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 / 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

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 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

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
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing 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 / 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

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 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

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
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential 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

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
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Heathside
Plank Lane, Leigh WN7 4QE

from £765 / week32 Rooms

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

from £1,239 / week36 Rooms

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

15 Rooms

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

from £1,004 / week32 Rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health 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 39 care homes with fees listed in Wigan Area.

Type of Care ProvidedWigan AreaGreater ManchesterEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,166£1,150£1,303£1,307
Residential Dementia Care£1,215£1,183£1,333£1,337
Nursing Care£1,450£1,408£1,564£1,549
Nursing Dementia Care£1,445£1,455£1,578£1,567
All Care Types£1,208£1,157£1,315£1,321

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
£1,166 per week
  • 1.4% above Greater Manchester average
  • 11.7% below England average
  • 12.1% below UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 29 care homes with fees listed
£1,215 per week
  • 2.7% above Greater Manchester average
  • 9.7% below England average
  • 10.0% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 13 care homes with fees listed
£1,450 per week
  • 3.0% above Greater Manchester average
  • 7.9% below England average
  • 6.8% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 12 care homes with fees listed
£1,445 per week
  • 0.7% below Greater Manchester average
  • 9.2% below England average
  • 8.4% 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?

Belong Wigan, Thorley House & Ashton View 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 42 care homes offering Dementia Care in Wigan Area including Thorley House, Ashton View Care Home & Worthington Lake Care Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Wigan Area?

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

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 1 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.