Residential care homes in Cumbria

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There are 27 residential care homes in Cumbria on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,288 a week. The largest is Kendal Care Home, with 120 beds. The most recent inspection was at Swarthdale Nursing Home in April 2023.

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The Dales is a 40-bed residential care home in Maryport, Cumbria, providing care for older people aged 65 and over.

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Key facts: Cumbria

Residential care homes listed27
Rated Good or Outstanding20 of 25 (80%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate5
Average published weekly fee£1,288
LargestKendal Care Home (120 beds)
Most recently inspectedSwarthdale Nursing Home (April 2023)
Outstanding1
Good19
Requires improvement5
Not yet rated2

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

Residential care homes in Cumbria: questions

How many residential care homes are there in Cumbria?
AskBart lists 27 residential care homes in Cumbria, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Cumbria rated?
Of the 25 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 19 Good, 5 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Cumbria cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,288 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Cumbria?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.

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