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Learning disability care at home in Streatham
32 of the 51 home care agencies covering Streatham offer learning disability care, from 31 providers. Southside Partnership has the most, at 2. CQC has rated 29 of them, and 97% are Good or Outstanding, against 89% for learning disability care across England. 2 are Outstanding. We estimate typical fees here at about £37.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,800 a week for live-in careestimated. 9 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was Aspire Care Services Ltd, rated Good on 1 October 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Quick summary
- 28 of the 29 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding, 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate; 3 are still waiting for a first rating.
- Latest CQC rating changes in London, checked daily.
- 25 list dementia as a specialism.
- Whatever your savings, the London Borough of Lambeth will assess care needs for free.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Learning disability care at home in Streatham", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 32CQC-registered agencies
- 97%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 25offer dementia support
- 5inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Ranked providers of learning disability care
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 51
- Care for adults under 65 · 43
- Elderly care · 42
- Physical disability care · 40
- Dementia care · 36
- Learning disability care · 32
- Mental health care · 31
- Sensory impairment care · 25
- Children's care · 15
- Supported living · 14
- Substance misuse support · 5
- Eating disorder support · 4
This table lists each agency covering Streatham registered for learning disability care, highest CQC rating first, then the more recent rating, then distance from Streatham centre.
How learning disability care in Streatham compares
32 of the 51 agencies covering Streatham are registered with CQC for learning disability care (63%). 97% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, in line with the 97% for all agencies here and above the 89% for agencies registered for learning disability care across England.
Leading on CQC ratings for learning disability care: Southside Partnership Domiciliary Care Agency, Haven Care- Streatham and Aspire Care Services Ltd. The newest rating is from October 2026 and the oldest from June 2018; 5 fall within the last two years. 32 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Streatham. 3 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Lambeth, 36 agencies are registered for learning disability care, and 96% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Learning disability care is on 63% of registrations here and 60% across Lambeth.
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 learning disability care
The goal is simple to state: adults with a learning disability get support to lead the lives they want. In practice that can mean building everyday skills, going to health appointments, finding work or a course, and keeping up friendships. The best services put the person's own wishes first and follow the CQC guidance known as "Right support, right care, right culture".
Before you choose: questions on learning disability care
- How are families and advocates involved in decisions?
- How do you follow "Right support, right care, right culture"?
- How do you support communication, including Easy Read or Makaton?
- How do you support health appointments and annual health checks?
- What happens if the person wants to change their support?
Where to get support: Mencap Learning Disability Helpline, 0808 808 1111. Lambeth: learning disability care.
Learning disability care around Streatham
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Streatham | – | 32 | 28 |
| Lambeth | 2.1 mi | 36 | 27 |
| Wandsworth | 2.8 mi | 20 | 18 |
| Merton | 3.3 mi | 34 | 32 |
| Croydon | 3.8 mi | 91 | 66 |
| Chelsea | 4.6 mi | 11 | 9 |
| Southwark | 4.7 mi | 26 | 14 |
Council support
Lambeth
A care needs assessment from the London Borough of Lambeth is free whatever your savings. With savings below £23,250, the council may help pay.
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- 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
Questions families ask about learning disability care in Streatham
How many agencies in Streatham offer learning disability care?
Learning disability care is a registered specialism for 32 of the 51 agencies that have an office within 2 miles of Streatham (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include Southside Partnership Domiciliary Care Agency, Haven Care- Streatham and Aspire Care Services Ltd.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Streatham?
28 (97%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 29 with a rating, with 2 Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 3 here are still unrated.
What does home care cost in Streatham?
Typical 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. The Homecare Association puts the minimum sustainable price for council-funded home care in England at £34.42 an hour for 2026/27. Read the full cost guide.
Does the London Borough of Lambeth fund home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: the London Borough of Lambeth cannot charge for it and must offer it to every person who seems to need support (Care Act 2014). If your savings and investments come to under £23,250, it may then contribute following a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care in your own home the property is left out. Separately, Attendance Allowance has no means test. Getting in touch with the London Borough of Lambeth.
How do I choose between agencies in Streatham?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 5 of 32 were inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 24. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more learning disability care in towns near Streatham?
In Streatham there are 32, 28 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Lambeth (2.1 miles): 36, 27 rated Good or Outstanding; Wandsworth (2.8 miles): 20, 18 rated Good or Outstanding; Merton (3.3 miles): 34, 32 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Learning disability care near Streatham
- Learning disability care in Lambeth 2.1 mi
- Learning disability care in Wandsworth 2.8 mi
- Learning disability care in Merton 3.3 mi
- Learning disability care in Croydon 3.8 mi
- Learning disability care in Chelsea 4.6 mi
- Learning disability care in Southwark 4.7 mi
- Learning disability care in Lewisham 4.9 mi
- Learning disability care in Sutton 5.3 mi
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Source for provider details: CQC, Oct 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). The Care Panel is a comparison site, not a care company.