Residential care homes in England

2,069 homes

There are 2,069 residential care homes in England on AskBart. 85% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, March 2024). Published fees average about £1,274 a week. The largest is Meadbank Care Home, with 176 beds.

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The Cedars Care Home, BarnetVerified

Nestled in the serene borough of Barnet in London, Cedars Care Centre is a haven of holistic, person-centred living. This exceptional facility offers expert dementia, nursing, and respite care to…

from £1400/wk
St Giles Care Home, BirminghamVerified

Nestled in the heart of Tile Cross, Birmingham, St Giles is a bespoke care home designed to offer residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for the elderly. As a well-established member of the…

from £850/wk

Key facts: England

Residential care homes listed2,069
Rated Good or Outstanding1687 of 1980 (85%)
Rated Outstanding95
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate293
Average published weekly fee£1,274
LargestMeadbank Care Home (176 beds)
CQC ratings of the homes in England: Outstanding 95, Good 1592, Requires improvement 292, Inadequate 1, Not yet rated 89Outstanding95Good1592Requires improvement292Inadequate1Not yet rated89

Data: CQC register, updated March 2024. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

Residential care homes in England: questions

How many residential care homes are there in England?
AskBart lists 2,069 residential care homes in England, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in England rated?
Of the 1980 inspected, 95 are rated Outstanding, 1592 Good, 292 Requires improvement and 1 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in England cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,274 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 England?
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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