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North MerchistonEdinburgh
Older People60 beds

North Merchiston

34 Watson Crescent, Edinburgh, EH11 1HF

About North Merchiston

North Merchiston is a care home for older people located in Edinburgh, operated by City of Edinburgh Council. With 60 beds, it is a well-sized residential facility serving the local community. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in September 2025, the home achieved an average grade of Good, scoring 4.2 out of 6, reflecting a solid standard of care and service delivery.

The home provides general care for older people, making it suitable for those who require support with daily living and personal care needs. As a council-run facility, North Merchiston is part of the City of Edinburgh Council's commitment to delivering quality care services for older residents across the city.

Situated in Edinburgh, the home benefits from an established urban location with good access to local amenities and transport links, making it convenient for family members wishing to visit their loved ones regularly.

Last Inspection
23 September 2025

Care Inspectorate Grades

Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).

Wellbeing Support
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Good4
Care Planning
How good is our care and support planning?
Good4
Setting
How good is our setting?
Good4
Staff Team
How good is our staff team?
Very Good5
Leadership
How good is our leadership?
Good4
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Location

34 Watson Crescent, Edinburgh, EH11 1HF

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