Individuals with a Primary Diagnosis of a Learning Disability and/or Autism

Request

As of the most recent date available (preferably August 2025), how many individuals with a primary diagnosis of a learning disability and/or autism are currently:



1. Awaiting placement in a CQC-registered residential care home within and/or out of the Council



2.Receiving temporary or alternative support while awaiting such placement



3. What is the total number of commissioned placements (residential care) for individuals with LD and/or autism currently available in the area?



4.Are there any recorded shortfalls in capacity for such placements in the last 12 months?

Decision

Q1. & Q2.
Latest snapshot data from 08/08/2025 shows no people with an LD or Autism Primary Support reason, or a recorded health condition of Autism, waiting for a residential or nursing placement.

 

Q3. This response relates to vacant beds within homes able to meet the needs of people with learning disabilities and/or autism.

 

244 as of 21/08/2025

 

Q4. No

 

Reference number
13371382
Date request received
20 October 2025
Date of decision
11 August 2025