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Care Homes in Wigan

59 care homes listed in Wigan. 83% of these listings have a recorded Good or Outstanding CQC rating. Part of the North West region.

Care Home Snapshot

Homes in this directory
59
Recorded bed capacity
2,364

CQC Ratings

4 Outstanding
45 Good
4 Requires Improvement
0 Inadequate

Care Types

26 Nursing
34 Residential
43 Dementia care recorded

These figures describe the open homes listed in this directory, including services for older people and other adults. Closed, removed and secondary registrations are excluded. 6 listings have no overall CQC rating recorded.

Bed totals are recorded capacity, not available places. Care categories can overlap; confirm that a home can meet the person's needs.

Care Cost Estimator

Average weekly cost in North West

£881
per week
52 weeks (1 year)
1 week156 weeks (3 years)
Estimated total
£45,812

Based on regional averages.
Source: Laing Buisson 2025 via PayingForCare.org

Explore 52 checked listings in Wigan

We checked these homes against their CQC records on 20 September 2026 to 21 September 2026. Each listing links to its source and explains the rating. 4 also include practical details checked against the home's own website.

This is a selection from our directory, not a recommendation or a ranking. Current fees, vacancies and suitability still need to be confirmed with the home.

Browse the 52 checked listings, A to Z

59 care homes

OutstandingNursing

Belong Atherton Care Village

Mealhouse Lane, Atherton, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M46 0EW
Prices on application
0194289841073 beds
DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
OutstandingNursing

Belong Wigan Care Village

Millers Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN2 5DD
Prices on application
0194285560067 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults

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OutstandingResidential

Heathside Residential Home

Plank Lane, Leigh, Lancashire, WN7 4QE
Prices on application
0194260232832 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments+1 more
OutstandingNursing

The Rowans Care Home

339 Bickershaw Lane, Bickershaw, Wigan, WN2 5TE
Prices on application
0194231674066 beds
DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
GoodNursing

3L Care - Atherton

Bee Fold Lane, Atherton, Manchester, Lancashire, M46 0BL
Prices on application
0194259727010 beds
Learning disabilitiesOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults
GoodResidential

Ambleside Bank Care Home

High Street (Off Ince Green Lane), Lower Ince, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN3 4RL
Prices on application
0194232111240 beds
DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults
GoodResidential

Ash Tree House

Warwick Drive, Hindley, Wigan, Lancashire, WN2 4DT
Prices on application
0194225608960 beds
DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults
GoodResidential

Barley Brook

Elmfield Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 2RG
Prices on application
0194249711428 beds
DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults
GoodNursing

Berkeley Park

Alexandra Court, Howard Street, Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 8BH
Prices on application
0194221555554 beds
Mental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments+1 more
GoodNursing

Carrington Court

190 Darby Lane, Hindley, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN2 3DU
Prices on application
0194252622048 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults
GoodNursing

Dean Wood Manor

Spring Road, Orrell, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN5 0JH
Prices on application
0194222398250 beds
DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+1 more

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Wigan

How many care homes are there in Wigan?
This directory lists 59 open care homes in Wigan. Listings cover services for older people and other adults. Browse by care type and CQC rating, then check that each home can meet the person's needs.
How much do care homes cost in Wigan?
Fees depend on the home, room and care needs. Ask your shortlisted homes in Wigan for a current written quote, including what is covered, extra charges and how fees may change. Where a listing includes a checked published fee, it gives the source and check date; this is not a personalised quote.
How do I find a good care home in Wigan?
Start by filtering care homes by CQC rating - look for homes rated Good or Outstanding. Consider the type of care needed (residential, nursing, or dementia care), location for family visits, and facilities offered. Visit your shortlisted homes in person before deciding.
What types of care homes are available in Wigan?
Use the care-type links to explore the services recorded for homes in Wigan. Read the individual CQC record and speak to the home about the support needed, including dementia care, nursing or short stays. A care category alone does not confirm that a home can accept a particular resident.

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