Home care · West Sussex
Dementia care at home in Crawley
60 out of 74 home care agencies covering Crawley are registered for dementia care, run by 58 different providers. The largest is Alina Homecare Ltd, with 2. 95% of the 38 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, next to 88% for dementia care across England; 1 is Outstanding. Expect to pay here about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 16 home care agencies have a rating more than four years old and 10 registered with CQC within the past two years. On 14 July 2026, Alina Homecare Horley was rated Good, the newest rating here.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- West Sussex council offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
- 36 of the 38 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate and 22 are not yet rated.
- Latest CQC rating changes in West Sussex, checked daily.
To cite: "Dementia care at home in Crawley", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 60registered agencies
- 95%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 17rated or inspected within two years
Ranked providers of dementia care
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 74
- Elderly care · 71
- Care for adults under 65 · 69
- Physical disability care · 61
- Dementia care · 60
- Mental health care · 51
- Sensory impairment care · 47
- Learning disability care · 35
- Supported living · 19
- Eating disorder support · 14
- Substance misuse support · 13
- Children's care · 9
The full list for dementia care covering Crawley: sorted by CQC rating and rating date, then distance from the town centre.
Dementia care in Crawley by the numbers
81% of Crawley's agencies (60 of 74) hold a CQC registration for dementia care. Their Good or Outstanding share is 95%, in line with the town-wide 94% and above the 88% for dementia care across England.
The highest rated agencies for dementia care are Bright Care Horsham, Metro Homecare Limited and Bluestar Care & Support LTD. 17 have a rating from the past two years. Oldest: November 2018. Newest: July 2026. 34 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Crawley. 22 still await a first CQC rating.
For comparison, West Sussex has 161 agencies registered for dementia care; of those rated, 93% are Good or Outstanding. Share registered for dementia care: 81% here, 78% across West Sussex.
Typical prices in the South East: about £33.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,610 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About dementia care
Dementia care is support from staff trained to help people living with dementia: keeping routines familiar, helping with eating and drinking, managing distress without relying on medication, and keeping people safe without taking away their independence. Providers register "dementia" as a specialism with CQC when they support people with it.
Questions worth asking about dementia care
- What happens if dementia becomes more advanced?
- How do you avoid using medication to manage behaviour?
- What do you do when someone is distressed, or wants to leave?
- How do you help with eating and drinking when appetite drops?
- How will you keep the family involved as needs change?
Support: Alzheimer's Society Dementia Support Line, 0333 150 3456. West Sussex: dementia care. Glossary: Dementia care.
Dementia care around Crawley
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crawley | – | 60 | 36 |
| Horley | 4.8 mi | 74 | 43 |
| Crawley Down | 5.0 mi | 57 | 29 |
| Horsham | 6.5 mi | 23 | 16 |
| East Grinstead | 7.8 mi | 30 | 15 |
| Haywards Heath | 8.7 mi | 18 | 14 |
| Reigate | 8.7 mi | 66 | 44 |
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Dementia care in Crawley: your questions answered
Who offers dementia care at home in Crawley?
Of the 74 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Crawley, 60 list dementia care as a specialism (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Bright Care Horsham, Metro Homecare Limited and Bluestar Care & Support LTD.
How are home care agencies in Crawley rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 38. Of those, 36 (95%) are Good or Outstanding, 1 of them Outstanding, and 2 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate. 22 have not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
How much should I expect to pay for home care in Crawley?
Typical prices in West Sussex in 2026: visiting care £28–£38 an hour; live-in care £1,400–£1,700 a week. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. See our full cost guide.
Can West Sussex council help pay for 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) West Sussex 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 West Sussex council.
How can I pick between agencies in Crawley?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 17 of the 60 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years, and 21 have an older report. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed visits, and what is the full price? See the checklist.
What about dementia care in towns near Crawley?
Crawley has 60, with 36 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Horley (4.8 miles): 74, 43 rated Good or Outstanding; Crawley Down (5.0 miles): 57, 29 rated Good or Outstanding; Horsham (6.5 miles): 23, 16 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Crawley
- Dementia care in Horley 4.8 mi
- Dementia care in Crawley Down 5.0 mi
- Dementia care in Horsham 6.5 mi
- Dementia care in East Grinstead 7.8 mi
- Dementia care in Haywards Heath 8.7 mi
- Dementia care in Reigate 8.7 mi
- Dementia care in Redhill 8.8 mi
- Dementia care in Dorking 10.2 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.