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Care for adults under 65 at home in Barnet
Of the 95 home care agencies covering Barnet, 82 offer care for adults under 65. 95% of the 55 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, compared with 88% for care for adults under 65 across England. Outstanding: 2. Expect to pay here about £37.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,800 a week for live-in careestimated. 25 home care agencies have not been rated for more than four years and 13 joined the CQC register during the past two years. CQC's latest rating here went to Aurora Quality Care UK Ltd: Good, on 23 September 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Key points
- 64 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
- 52 of the 55 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding, and 3 are rated below Good and 27 are not yet rated.
- We check for new CQC ratings in London daily: see the latest changes.
- The London Borough of Barnet offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
Citation: "Care for adults under 65 at home in Barnet", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 82registered agencies
- 95%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 64support people with dementia
- 19rated or inspected within two years
Ranked providers of care for adults under 65
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 95
- Care for adults under 65 · 82
- Elderly care · 80
- Physical disability care · 75
- Dementia care · 73
- Sensory impairment care · 60
- Mental health care · 57
- Learning disability care · 51
- Supported living · 29
- Children's care · 19
- Eating disorder support · 13
- Substance misuse support · 11
The full list for care for adults under 65 covering Barnet: sorted by CQC rating and rating date, then distance from the town centre.
Care for adults under 65 in Barnet: ratings, size and cost
CQC lists care for adults under 65 for 82 of the 95 agencies covering Barnet, or 86%. Of those rated, 95% are Good or Outstanding: in line with the 95% for every agency here, and above the England figure of 88% for care for adults under 65.
Right at Home Camden, Hampstead & Golders Green, Central House and Shine Partnerships lead the list for care for adults under 65. 19 have a rating from the past two years. Oldest: July 2018. Newest: September 2026. 37 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Barnet. 27 still await a first CQC rating.
Typical prices in London: about £37.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,800 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About care for adults under 65
This registration covers adults below 65 whose needs come from disability, a long-term illness or their mental health. Choose a service that plans around the person's work, education, family and wish for independence, rather than habits formed in care for older people.
Questions worth asking about care for adults under 65
- How do you plan for more independence over time?
- How is the person involved in reviewing their support?
- How are health appointments supported?
- Can support fit around the person's own schedule?
- How many people of a similar age do you support?
Support: Disability Rights UK, 0330 995 0400. Barnet: care needs assessment.
Care for adults under 65 around Barnet
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnet | – | 82 | 52 |
| Edgware | 3.4 mi | 48 | 24 |
| Haringey | 4.4 mi | 57 | 28 |
| Stanmore | 4.7 mi | 95 | 52 |
| Borehamwood | 4.8 mi | 288 | 156 |
| Brent | 4.9 mi | 89 | 55 |
| St John's Wood | 5.4 mi | 50 | 30 |
Help from the council
Barnet
Savings under £23,250? The London Borough of Barnet may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
How to ask for an assessment, paying for care and direct payments in Barnet
Free · by email
Free care cost report for Barnet
- Typical local prices for home care, overnight and live-in care
- What the council and the NHS may pay, with the 2026/27 savings limits
- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
Common questions about care for adults under 65 in Barnet
Which agencies in Barnet provide care for adults under 65?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 shows that 82 of the 95 agencies that are based in the borough of Barnet list care for adults under 65 as a specialism. Among the highest rated are Right at Home Camden, Hampstead & Golders Green, Central House and Shine Partnerships.
Are home care agencies in Barnet well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 52 (95%) of the 55 rated (2 Outstanding). Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate: 3. Not yet rated: 27. That is common for services registered recently.
How much does home care cost in Barnet?
Usual 2026 prices in London: visiting care £30–£40 an hour; sleeping night £190–£230; waking night £240–£320; live-in care £1,300–£1,800 a week. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. More in our cost guide.
Will I get help from the London Borough of Barnet with the cost of home care?
It may. The London Borough of Barnet must offer a free care needs assessment to anyone who appears to need support (Care Act 2014). If savings and investments are below £23,250, the council may contribute after a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care at home the value of the home is not counted. Attendance Allowance is not means-tested. How to contact the London Borough of Barnet.
How should I compare agencies in Barnet?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 19 of the 82 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years; 36 have older reports. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed visits, and the full price before you sign. Use our checklist.
How do nearby towns compare with Barnet for care for adults under 65?
Counting care for adults under 65: Barnet 82 (52 Good or Outstanding); Edgware (3.4 miles): 48, 24 rated Good or Outstanding; Haringey (4.4 miles): 57, 28 rated Good or Outstanding; Stanmore (4.7 miles): 95, 52 rated Good or Outstanding.
Short on time? We'll pass on your request.
One short form is all it takes: a maximum of three providers in the Barnet area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Barnet
- Care for adults under 65 in Edgware 3.4 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Haringey 4.4 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Stanmore 4.7 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Borehamwood 4.8 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Brent 4.9 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in St John's Wood 5.4 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Enfield 5.4 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Camden 5.7 mi
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Provider details from the Care Quality Commission register, updated Oct 2026. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. The Care Panel is not a care provider.