Eleanor Healthcare Group

Bluebell Care Home

Nursing home in City of Portsmouth, Portsmouth

Operated by Eleanor Healthcare Group

CQC Good49 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodGreen Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Address45-53 St. Ronans Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO4 0PP, UK
Beds49
Weekly feefrom £1,200 · 2026
En-suite100%
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Bluebell Care Home is a 49-bed residential and nursing home in Portsmouth, Hampshire, providing care for older people including those with dementia. The home also offers respite care. It is registered with the Care Quality Commission and rated Good overall, with ratings of Good for Safety, Effectiveness, Caring and Responsiveness, and Outstanding for Leadership.

Eleanor Healthcare Group operates Bluebell Care Home.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Bar
Cafe or Restaurant
Computer Room
Dining Area
Family Room
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Meditation Area
Own Furniture Allowed

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children
Wellbeing Classes

What's nearby

GP surgery300 m
A&E: Queen Alexandra Hospital4.5 miles
Bus stop500 m
Train station1.2 miles
Shops300 m
Pub or bar250 m
  • Set back from main road noise

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsLimited
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseAdequate
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

134 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime46%
Anti-social behaviour21%
Public order9%
Other theft6%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,200
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Portsmouth usually pays £1,145 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £55 a week.

Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Portsmouth council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Portsmouth pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,093
2025—£1,145
2026£1,200—

What Portsmouth council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.

Local health safety net

Bluebell Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen Alexandra Hospital, 4.5 miles away. The local GP practice is CRANESWATER GROUP PRACTICE, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Queen Alexandra Hospital · 4.5 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
CRANESWATER GROUP PRACTICE · 0.2 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in City of Portsmouth

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age Concern (Gosport) (Formerly Gosport Old People's Welfare Association)

Information to Elderly & Carers

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (211876)
Charity

Dementia Friendly Hampshire

Our Mission is to inspire and drive forward the development of dementia friendly communities across Hampshire.The information and support we offer are aimed at encouraging communities to take…

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165292)
Charity

Age UK Portsmouth

AUKP supports older people in Portsmouth and SE Hampshire to live fulfilling lives, remaining independant as long as possible. AUKP offers various social activities, Cafe, foot care, beauty and…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1059945)
Charity

The Portsmouth Stroke Club

A weekly support group for elderly stroke survivors and their carers.

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1046741)
Charity

Age Concern Hampshire

i) Awareness raising and campaigning; ii) Promoting Active retirement to support a positive and meaningful ageing journeyiii) Information services for local residentsiv) Care and Wellbeing Centres…

5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (290874)
Charity

Alzheimer Café Isle of Wight

Promote & protect the good health of people living with dementia, residing on the IW, their families and carers, through the provision of support groups and other such activities, services, advice…

6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1171437)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Bluebell?
Bluebell is positioned in Southsea and is conveniently near to well-liked facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Bluebell?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Bluebell has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Bluebell offer?
Bluebell provides a range of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity at Bluebell?
At present, Bluebell can accommodate 49 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Bluebell?
The Eleanor Healthcare Group owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?
Bluebell offers a range of activities focused on health and wellness, such as: Fitness & Exercise, Classes on Wellbeing, and Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays.
How much does care at Bluebell cost?
The cost of care at Bluebell can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £1,200 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 02392 005456.

Part of Eleanor Healthcare Group

Bluebell Care Home is one of 31 homes run by Eleanor Healthcare Group on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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