Home care · North Tyneside
Physical disability care at home in Wallsend
130 of the 105 home care agencies covering Wallsend offer physical disability care, from 107 providers. Comfort Call Limited has the most, at 5. 93% of the 103 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 88% for physical disability care across England. 6 are Outstanding. Expect to pay here about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 42 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 17 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was Bluebird Care (Gateshead), rated Good on 20 October 2026.
Updated 19 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Quick summary
- Latest CQC rating changes in North Tyneside, checked daily.
- 119 list dementia as a specialism.
- CQC rates 96 of the 103 agencies with a rating as Good or Outstanding; 7 are Requires improvement or Inadequate; 27 are still waiting for a first rating.
- Whatever your savings, North Tyneside council will assess care needs for free.
To cite: "Physical disability care at home in Wallsend", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 130agencies registered with CQC
- 93%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 119offer dementia support
- 40inspected or rated since October 2024
Who offers physical disability care in Wallsend
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 105
- Care for adults under 65 · 91
- Elderly care · 90
- Physical disability care · 85
- Dementia care · 82
- Mental health care · 75
- Sensory impairment care · 74
- Learning disability care · 62
- Children's care · 25
- Substance misuse support · 16
- Eating disorder support · 15
Every agency covering Wallsend registered with CQC for physical disability care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How physical disability care in Wallsend compares
82% of Wallsend's agencies (130 of 158) hold a CQC registration for physical disability care. England-wide, 88% of agencies registered for physical disability care are Good or Outstanding and here it is 93% (above England, in line with the 94% for all agencies in the town).
For physical disability care, the top rated agencies are St Anthony of Padua Care Services, Home Instead South East Northumberland and ProAce Healthcare Services Ltd. 40 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from October 2018 and the newest from October 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Wallsend centre: 16. 27 have no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.
Here 82% of agencies list physical disability care, compared with 70% across North Tyneside.
Live-in care in the North East runs at around £1,610 a week; visiting care is about £33.50 an hour on weekdays, more in the evening and at weekends. How these costs are worked out.
What physical disability care involves
Physical disability care supports people with conditions that affect movement or strength, such as stroke, MS, Parkinson's, spinal injury or arthritis. It often involves moving and handling with equipment such as hoists, help with personal care, and support to stay active and independent.
Questions to ask agencies about physical disability care
- Are staff trained in moving and handling, including hoists and slings?
- What equipment do you provide, and what must we arrange?
- How do you prevent pressure sores and falls?
- Will two carers be available when two are needed?
- How do you support independence rather than doing everything for the person?
Helpline: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. All physical disability care in North Tyneside.
Physical disability care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallsend | – | 130 | 96 |
| Hebburn | 1.9 mi | 78 | 49 |
| Longbenton | 2.3 mi | 83 | 52 |
| Jarrow | 2.7 mi | 72 | 50 |
| Tynemouth | 3.0 mi | 39 | 21 |
| Whitley Bay | 3.9 mi | 38 | 20 |
| South Shields | 4.1 mi | 49 | 32 |
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What families want to know about physical disability care in Wallsend
Who offers physical disability care at home in Wallsend?
Of the 105 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Wallsend, 130 list physical disability care as a specialism (Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include St Anthony of Padua Care Services, Home Instead South East Northumberland and ProAce Healthcare Services Ltd.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Wallsend?
96 (93%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 103 with a rating, 6 of them Outstanding, and 7 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate. 27 have not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
What does home care cost in Wallsend?
Typical prices across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Agencies differ more than regions do on hourly rates, so request a complete tariff from each one, covering weekends and bank holidays too. The Homecare Association puts the minimum sustainable price for council-funded home care in England at £34.42 an hour for 2026/27. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. See our full cost guide.
Does North Tyneside council fund home care?
Two sources of help: Attendance Allowance, which ignores savings and is for people over State Pension age, and the council. By law (Care Act 2014) North Tyneside council must assess care needs at no charge for people who look as if they need support; if savings and investments are under £23,250, it may pay a share once your finances are assessed, depending on income. With care at home, the house itself is not included. How to reach North Tyneside council.
How do I choose between agencies in Wallsend?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 40 of 130 were inspected or rated within the last two years, and 63 have an older report. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. See the checklist.
Are there more physical disability care in towns near Wallsend?
In Wallsend there are 85, 53 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Hebburn (1.9 miles): 78, 49 rated Good or Outstanding; Longbenton (2.3 miles): 83, 52 rated Good or Outstanding; Jarrow (2.7 miles): 72, 50 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Physical disability care near Wallsend
- Physical disability care in Hebburn 1.9 mi
- Physical disability care in Longbenton 2.3 mi
- Physical disability care in Jarrow 2.7 mi
- Physical disability care in Tynemouth 3.0 mi
- Physical disability care in Whitley Bay 3.9 mi
- Physical disability care in South Shields 4.1 mi
- Physical disability care in Gateshead 4.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Newcastle upon Tyne 4.5 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.