Abbey Uplands Care Home is a purpose-built nursing home set in wooded grounds within the conservation area of Leigham Court Road, Streatham — a short walk from Streatham Common and well connected to local shops and public transport. All 65 rooms are single occupancy and situated on a single ground floor, making the home fully accessible for residents with mobility needs. It is a calm, unhurried environment, and that sense of calm is something families consistently mention when describing what drew them to Abbey Uplands.
Four principles that guide every care decision, every family interaction and every moment that matters to the people who live here.
Genuine, visible patience in every interaction — particularly with residents living with dementia. Our carehome.co.uk reviews describe a team that never shows frustration, even in the most repetitive and challenging moments. That quality cannot be trained; it reflects who our people are.
Honouring every resident's personal history, individual choices, cultural background, faith and daily routines. Every care plan is built around the individual, and reviewed regularly to reflect changes in need and preference.
Rigorous care planning, 24-hour nursing oversight and clear safeguarding processes — so residents and families can feel genuinely secure. The home is fully accessible on a single ground floor, with no stairs and lift access throughout.
A home where residents feel connected — to each other, to the staff they see every day and to the wider Streatham community around them. Families are welcomed, and their involvement in residents' lives is actively encouraged.
CQC REGISTERED AND REGULATED
Abbey Uplands Care Home is registered and regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Our most recent inspection, carried out in November 2025, rated the service Requires Improvement overall, with the Safe domain rated Requires Improvement. We are working with the CQC and our management-team to address the areas identified. Families are welcome to contact us directly to ask about the current position and the steps being taken.
Honest, independent feedback from 74 families who have trusted Abbey Uplands Care Home with the people who matter most — submitted directly on carehome.co.uk.
Post Review
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