Longton Nursing and Residential Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds58
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities
- Last inspected2019-04-10
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families describe seeing real changes in their loved ones after moving here. People who arrive facing serious health challenges often become noticeably happier and more settled. The atmosphere seems to help residents feel comfortable, even when dealing with terminal conditions.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth75
- Compassion & dignity75
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare70
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2019-04-10
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The home was rated Good for effectiveness at the March 2019 inspection. The published summary does not describe specific findings about care plan quality, GP access, dementia training content, or food provision. The Effective domain covers training, healthcare coordination, and how well care plans reflect the individual, but none of these are described in detail in the available report.Is this home caring?
The home was rated Good for caring at the March 2019 inspection. The published summary does not include direct observations of staff interactions, quotes from residents or relatives, or descriptions of how dignity and independence were supported in practice. The Caring domain covers staff warmth, respectful treatment, use of preferred names, and whether people are treated as individuals.Is the home responsive?
The home was rated Good for responsiveness at the March 2019 inspection. The published summary does not describe specific activities on offer, how the home supported residents with individual interests, what provision existed for people who could not join group activities, or how complaints were handled. The home listed dementia as a specialism, which raises particular questions about tailored engagement for people at different stages.Is the home well-led?
The home was rated Good for leadership at the March 2019 inspection, having previously been rated Requires Improvement. The published summary does not name the manager, describe their tenure, or explain what governance improvements were made between inspections. The Well-led domain covers management visibility, staff culture, learning from incidents, and how well the home is improving over time.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home supports adults of all ages with physical disabilities and dementia. They also provide specialised care for younger adults under 65 who need nursing support. The team has experience supporting people living with dementia alongside other complex health needs. They understand how to provide dignified care for residents with cognitive challenges. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Longton Nursing and Residential Home achieved a Good rating across all five domains at its March 2019 inspection, having previously been rated Requires Improvement. Scores reflect that improvement but are tempered by the absence of specific detail in the published report and the fact that this service has since been deregistered.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe seeing real changes in their loved ones after moving here. People who arrive facing serious health challenges often become noticeably happier and more settled. The atmosphere seems to help residents feel comfortable, even when dealing with terminal conditions.
What inspectors have recorded
The management team stays actively connected with local families who might need support. When spaces become available, they reach out directly to those who've previously enquired. Staff work well together here, with a clear sense of mutual respect between the team and leadership.
How it sits against good practice
For families facing tough decisions about terminal or complex care, this Preston home offers experienced support when you need it most.
Worth a visit
Longton Nursing and Residential Home at 11 Marsh Lane, Preston was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in March 2019. That rating represented genuine progress: the home had previously been rated Requires Improvement, and achieving Good across the board indicates that meaningful changes were made. The home cared for adults over and under 65, including people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities, across 58 beds. There is an important caution here that you need to know before making any decision. This home has since been deregistered and was archived in February 2026, which means it is no longer operating under this registration. The published inspection report contains very little specific detail about what life was actually like at Longton: no resident quotes, no descriptions of staff interactions, and no specifics on staffing levels, activities, or food. If you are researching this home for historical context or considering a related provider, treat the Good rating as a baseline only. Ask any prospective provider directly about how they have developed since 2019, what their current staffing arrangements look like on dementia care units after 8pm, and how they involve families in care decisions.
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In Their Own Words
How Longton Nursing and Residential Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where difficult journeys find gentle support and understanding
Nursing home in Preston: True Peace of Mind
Sometimes families need urgent help when facing terminal illness or complex care needs. Longton Nursing and Residential Home in Preston understands these challenging moments. The team here responds quickly when families reach out, working to find solutions even in the most difficult circumstances.
Who they care for
The home supports adults of all ages with physical disabilities and dementia. They also provide specialised care for younger adults under 65 who need nursing support.
The team has experience supporting people living with dementia alongside other complex health needs. They understand how to provide dignified care for residents with cognitive challenges.
“For families facing tough decisions about terminal or complex care, this Preston home offers experienced support when you need it most.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Longton Nursing and Residential Home achieved a Good rating across all five domains at its March 2019 inspection, having previously been rated Requires Improvement. Scores reflect that improvement but are tempered by the absence of specific detail in the published report and the fact that this service has since been deregistered.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe seeing real changes in their loved ones after moving here. People who arrive facing serious health challenges often become noticeably happier and more settled. The atmosphere seems to help residents feel comfortable, even when dealing with terminal conditions.
What inspectors have recorded
The management team stays actively connected with local families who might need support. When spaces become available, they reach out directly to those who've previously enquired. Staff work well together here, with a clear sense of mutual respect between the team and leadership.
How it sits against good practice
For families facing tough decisions about terminal or complex care, this Preston home offers experienced support when you need it most.
Worth a visit
Longton Nursing and Residential Home at 11 Marsh Lane, Preston was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in March 2019. That rating represented genuine progress: the home had previously been rated Requires Improvement, and achieving Good across the board indicates that meaningful changes were made. The home cared for adults over and under 65, including people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities, across 58 beds. There is an important caution here that you need to know before making any decision. This home has since been deregistered and was archived in February 2026, which means it is no longer operating under this registration. The published inspection report contains very little specific detail about what life was actually like at Longton: no resident quotes, no descriptions of staff interactions, and no specifics on staffing levels, activities, or food. If you are researching this home for historical context or considering a related provider, treat the Good rating as a baseline only. Ask any prospective provider directly about how they have developed since 2019, what their current staffing arrangements look like on dementia care units after 8pm, and how they involve families in care decisions.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Longton Nursing and Residential Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Longton Nursing and Residential Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where difficult journeys find gentle support and understanding
Nursing home in Preston: True Peace of Mind
Sometimes families need urgent help when facing terminal illness or complex care needs. Longton Nursing and Residential Home in Preston understands these challenging moments. The team here responds quickly when families reach out, working to find solutions even in the most difficult circumstances.
Who they care for
The home supports adults of all ages with physical disabilities and dementia. They also provide specialised care for younger adults under 65 who need nursing support.
The team has experience supporting people living with dementia alongside other complex health needs. They understand how to provide dignified care for residents with cognitive challenges.
Management & ethos
The management team stays actively connected with local families who might need support. When spaces become available, they reach out directly to those who've previously enquired. Staff work well together here, with a clear sense of mutual respect between the team and leadership.
“For families facing tough decisions about terminal or complex care, this Preston home offers experienced support when you need it most.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
