Home care · London · Oct 2026

Best rated home care agencies in Croydon

The 20 home care agencies covering Croydon with the best CQC ratings, checked against the CQC register on 26 October 2026. 1 is rated Outstanding. Of all 155 home care agencies covering Croydon, 83 are rated Good or Outstanding.

How this list is ordered

  • Outstanding before Good, then the most recent rating first. Nothing else changes the order.
  • Paid partners are not moved up, and nobody can pay to be listed here.
  • "Best for" labels come from each service's CQC registration and inspection date.

Cite this: The Care Panel, "Best rated home care agencies in Croydon", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026. How we rank

The 20 best rated home care agencies covering Croydon

#NameCQC ratingRatedBest for
1Home Instead Senior CareOutstandingApr 2018Rated Outstanding, Dementia, Physical disability
2Lifeways Community Care (South London)GoodSep 2026Inspected recently
3Treasuring CareGoodSep 2026Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
4Allfor Care CroydonGoodJul 2026Inspected recently
5Compact Care Solutions LtdGoodApr 2026Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
6Mercury Care Services LtdGoodMar 2026Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
7Aegys Smart CareGoodJan 2026Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
8Perfect Quality Care LtdGoodDec 2025Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
9Invicta 24 PlusGoodNov 2025Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
10Premier Care Services LimitedGoodNov 2025Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
11Reni Care Personnel LtdGoodOct 2025Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
12Care Connexions UK LimitedGoodJul 2025Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
13Supreme Care Services LimitedGoodFeb 2025Dementia, Physical disability
14K&R CAREGoodDec 2024Dementia, Physical disability
15Golden World Care ServiceGoodDec 2024Dementia, Physical disability
16Active Care Group Supported ServicesGoodOct 2024Physical disability
17LIM Independent Living and Community Care Services LimitedGoodAug 2024
18Acerta24GoodAug 2024Dementia
19J.C.Michael Groups Ltd CroydonGoodNov 2023Dementia, Physical disability
20Nursing Direct Ltd - DCA OfficeGoodSep 2023Dementia, Physical disability

Source: CQC register, checked 26 October 2026 (Open Government Licence). Ratings can change after an inspection, so read the latest report before you decide.

Details for the top 10

  1. Home Instead Senior Care

    0.7 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: We gave the provider six days' notice to become available for the inspection.

    Est. £39–£47/hr

    OutstandingRated Apr 2018
    Full profile (Home Instead Senior Care)

  2. Lifeways Community Care (South London)

    under 0.5 miles · Older people, Learning disabilities, Adults under 65

    What inspectors found: This assessment took place between 18 to 26 August 2026.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Sep 2026Inspected recently
    Full profile (Lifeways Community Care (South London))

  3. Treasuring Care

    under 0.5 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: The person’s relative told us they felt safe and well cared for.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Sep 2026Inspected recently
    Full profile (Treasuring Care)

  4. Allfor Care Croydon

    2.3 miles · Services for everyone

    What inspectors found: Dates of assessment: From 10 April 2026 to 24 April 2026.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Jul 2026Inspected recently
    Full profile (Allfor Care Croydon)

  5. Compact Care Solutions Ltd

    0.5 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: This assessment took place between 1 April and 14 April 2026.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Apr 2026Inspected recently
    Full profile (Compact Care Solutions Ltd)

  6. Mercury Care Services Ltd

    1.5 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: People received safe and effective care and support, were protected from abuse and felt safe with staff.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Mar 2026Inspected recently
    Full profile (Mercury Care Services Ltd)

  7. Aegys Smart Care

    0.7 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: At our last assessment the provider was in breach of legal regulation in relation to person-centred care, good governance and fit and proper persons…

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Jan 2026Inspected recently
    Full profile (Aegys Smart Care)

  8. Perfect Quality Care Ltd

    0.5 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: Risks to people had been identified and guidance was in place for staff to reduce the likelihood of accidents and incidents.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Dec 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Perfect Quality Care Ltd)

  9. Invicta 24 Plus

    0.8 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: This assessment took place between 23 October and 31 October 2025.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Nov 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Invicta 24 Plus)

  10. Premier Care Services Limited

    0.9 miles · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: They provide a service to older people and people living with dementia, physical disabilities, mental health needs and sensory impairment.

    Est. £34–£42/hr

    GoodRated Nov 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Premier Care Services Limited)

All 155 home care agencies covering Croydon →

Questions about the best rated home care agencies in Croydon

What is the best rated home care agency in Croydon?

1 is rated Outstanding by CQC: Home Instead Senior Care. Ordered by rating and then the most recent inspection, the top three are Home Instead Senior Care, Lifeways Community Care (South London), Treasuring Care. Read the latest CQC report before you decide.

How is this list ordered?

Only by the CQC rating (Outstanding before Good) and then by how recent the rating is. Paid partners are not moved up, and nobody can pay to appear here.

How many are rated Good or Outstanding in Croydon?

83 of the 155 home care agencies covering Croydon are rated Good or Outstanding (CQC register, 26 October 2026).

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