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Care homes in South Shields

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There are 25 care homes in and around South Shields on AskBart. 87% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,223 a week, while South Tyneside usually pays £915. The largest is Eastside Gardens, with 90 beds.

care homes
25
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
87%
typical residential fee
£1,223/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what South Tyneside council pays
£915/wk

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Care homes in South Shields

Care homes in South Shields (25)

★ With family reviews

7 in South Shields, 18 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

Top-rated in South Shields

Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
ApplebyGood · Feb 2026On request503.0 mi—1.4 mi
Ashlea MewsGood · Jul 2019On request401.0 mi—0.7 mi
Cheviot CourtGood · Jun 2019On request731.3 mi—1.5 mi
Chichester Court Care HomeGood · Feb 2021On request501.2 mi—0.5 mi
Coble HouseGood · Mar 2020On request524.6 mi—2.9 mi
Collingwood CourtOutstanding · Jun 2026On request632.9 mi—1.6 mi
Eastside GardensOutstanding · Jun 2026On request903.4 mi—3.0 mi
Garden Hill Care HomeGood£1,082401.3 mi—0.5 mi
Harton Grange Care HomeOutstanding£1,363620.4 mi—1.9 mi
Haven CourtGood · Dec 2020On request800.0 mi—1.7 mi
Holmlea Care HomeGood · Feb 2019On request253.1 mi—1.5 mi
Kingfisher House—On request583.1 mi—1.6 mi
Melrose HouseGood · Oct 2019On request104.2 mi—2.5 mi
Needham CourtGood · May 2019On request571.8 mi—2.6 mi
PalmersdeneGood · Jan 2026On request402.7 mi—2.8 mi
Primrose Lodge Care HomeRequires improvement · Sept 2025On request483.2 mi—1.7 mi
Princes CourtGood · Sept 2022On request752.1 mi—1.1 mi
Redesdale CourtGood · Feb 2025On request764.1 mi—2.6 mi
Roseway House—On request502.7 mi—2.8 mi
St Thomas ComplexGood · Aug 2023On request521.8 mi—0.1 mi
Stapleton HouseGood · Sept 2023On request452.5 mi—2.8 mi
The Ferns Care HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2026On request483.2 mi—1.7 mi
The Lodge Care HomeGood · Aug 2022On request520.4 mi—1.5 mi
The Old Vicarage Care HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2025On request362.5 mi—1.1 mi
Westoe Grange Care HomeGood · Mar 2021On request401.2 mi—0.6 mi

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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South Shields in numbers

87% of South Shields’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 3 rated Outstanding. Based on 23 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in South Shields costs about £1,223/week, while South Tyneside’s published usual rate is around £915/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £308/week (about £16,016/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

What South Tyneside council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed25
Rated Good or Outstanding20 of 23 (87%)
Rated Outstanding3
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,223
South Tyneside usual weekly rate (2025)£915
LargestEastside Gardens (90 beds)
Most recently inspectedSt Thomas Complex (July 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 14 · Nursing 6 · Dementia 14 · Respite 6
Average house price, South Tyneside (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£161,372
Outstanding3
Good17
Requires improvement3
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, South Shields£1,223/wk
  • Nursing, South Shields£1,223/wk
  • Dementia, South Shields£1,223/wk
  • South Tyneside average£1,163/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • South Tyneside usual rate£915/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across South Tyneside. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: South Tyneside's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.

Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in South Tyneside

The average house price in South Tyneside is £161,372, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.

Average price by property type

All property types
£161,372
Detached
£315,106
Semi-detached
£190,545
Terraced
£153,775
Flats & maisonettes
£95,346

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.

Living in South Shields

South Shields is a seaside town on the Tyne estuary in the North East with good everyday amenities and genuine green space. It offers an honest, affordable backdrop for later life — though you'll want to check how close family networks are, and understand the local crime profile before deciding.

  • Green Surroundings
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 5% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

378 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Anti-social behaviour102
  • Violent crime92
  • Shoplifting66
  • Criminal damage & arson39
How we grade areas

Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in South Shields

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

Charity

Age Concern South Tyneside

Age Concern South Tyneside has the general aim to promote the well-being of all older people in South Tyneside, recognising their right to independence, fulfilment,dignity and choice, working with…

0.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (502623)
Charity

Age Concern Tyneside South

At Age Concern Tyneside South (ACTS), we believe in a world where everyone can love life. We are here to inspire, enable and support the older people of South Tyneside to help people to make the…

0.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1168807)
Charity

Age UK Newcastle and North Tyneside

To improve the quality of life for older people

1.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1049527)
Charity

The North Tyneside Carers Centre

The organisation aims to improve the quality of life for carers in North Tyneside by supporting them through a high quality service, shaped by carers' needs and is accessible to all carers.…

4.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1051472)
Charity

Age UK Sunderland

Age UK Sunderland promotes the well-being of all older people throughout the City of Sunderland to improve their quality of life and maintain independence. For further details our web site is…

6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1086995)
Charity

Age UK Gateshead Limited

Our staff and volunteers together deliver services and activities for people aged over 50 in Gateshead & Newcastle.We are driven by the needs & aspirations of people in later life & our mission is…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (702561)

South Shields: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+34.2%
Projected change in South Tyneside, 2025 to 2035 (4,109 to 5,514). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+15.8%
Projected change in South Tyneside, 2025 to 2035 (33,093 to 38,318). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
9
Nearest: Carter's Chemist (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
29
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
12.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.8 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–10 out of 10
Where the 35 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near South Shields

  • St Oswalds Hospice · 7.9 milesCQC Good (report published January 2016). CQC page
  • Marie Curie Hospice and Community Services North East · 8.8 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2024). CQC page
  • St Benedict's Hospice · 9.5 milesCQC Outstanding (report published June 2020). CQC page

Hospitals near South Shields

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is South Shields a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in South Shields

South Shields suits someone looking for a lower-cost retirement option in a well-serviced coastal setting, with decent access to local shops and parks. It's not for those seeking a pristine, crime-free environment — crime is above the average for England — but it has real community character and fewer fees than southern regions. Families should be ready to visit regularly and help navigate some of the rougher neighbourhoods.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy are available locally; South Tyneside Hospital is within the town, serving emergency and routine care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 378 offences, with anti-social behaviour, violent crime and shoplifting among the most common types. That's considerably above the national average and worth factoring in.
  • Family & connection: Consider honestly how often family can visit and whether you have local support networks; South Shields has real community groups, but day-to-day support matters.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in this area are well below the national average, making it one of the more affordable options in England for residential care.
  • Transport: Local buses serve the town well; rail links connect to Newcastle and beyond. The town is broadly walkable in the town centre, though you'll depend on cars or buses for outlying areas.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision exists in the area; choice and size vary, so early enquiry with local providers is wise.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 19 parks and 4 allotments, plus seafront walks along the Tyne estuary. There are 87 restaurants and cafés and 73 pubs, supporting an active social life if that appeals.
  • Community: A range of local clubs and groups operate; memory cafés and support networks exist through health and community services.
  • Climate: North East coastal winters are cold and often damp; summers are cool. It's a typically British maritime climate.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: The local crime rate is markedly above the national average. While South Shields has many law-abiding residents and real community spirit, this is a genuine factor to weigh, especially if you are vulnerable or isolated.
  • Transport and distance: Unless family live nearby, you'll rely on buses or occasional car visits. Newcastle is accessible, but South Shields can feel distant from family in the South.

Questions about care homes in South Shields

How many care homes are there in South Shields?

There are 25 care homes listed in and around South Shields on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in South Shields cost?

Care homes in South Shields range from around £1,082 to around £1,363 per week, with averages of £1,223 for residential, £1,223 for dementia, £1,223 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in South Shields compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around South Shields is about £1,223 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in South Shields are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

20 of the 25 care homes in and around South Shields are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 3 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in South Shields?

Homes in and around South Shields offer dementia (14), residential (14), nursing (6), respite (6). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in South Shields?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in South Shields:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in South Shields

Near South Shields

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.