VerifiedPortelet House Care Home is a 15-bed care home in Bournemouth, Dorset.
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Residential care homes in Dorset
104 homes
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There are 104 residential care homes in Dorset on AskBart. 95% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,292 a week. The largest is Westbourne Tower Care Home, with 114 beds. The most recent inspection was at Aucklands Care in October 2023.
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Parley Place Care Home is a 68-bed care home in Ferndown, Dorset, operated by Barchester Healthcare.
from £1350/wk
VerifiedChurch Road is a small care home in Ferndown, Dorset, run by Accomplish Group.
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Nestled in the heart of Poole, Upton Bay is a haven for older adults, offering them the opportunity to experience the finest attractions that Dorset has to offer. This Barchester Healthcare home is…
from £1300/wk
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Nestled in the picturesque town of Upton, near Poole, Upton Manor is a haven of tranquillity, surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Dorset. The care home is a stone's throw away from the vibrant…
from £1382/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled near the stunning Dorset coast, The Lindsay in Poole is a compassionate care home that provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for individuals in need of nursing, residential, or dementia…
from £1275/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
The Grange is a care home in Poole, Dorset, providing residential care for 27 residents.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Ferndown Manor is a Care UK care home in Ferndown, Dorset, offering residential, nursing, dementia, respite and end-of-life care with en-suite rooms and landscaped gardens.
from £1469/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
The Hyde Care Home is a 28-bed care home in Bridport, Dorset.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Crecy Care Home is a 40-bed residential care home in Weymouth, Dorset, operated by Agincare.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Castle Dene is a Care South charity care home in Throop, Bournemouth, offering residential care in a calm, welcoming environment.
from £995/wk
VerifiedPortelet Grange is a dementia and residential care home in Bournemouth, Dorset.
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Grove Lodge is a 22-bed residential care home in Dorchester, Dorset.
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VerifiedForest Hill House Nursing Home is a 36-bed nursing home in Wimborne, Dorset.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Castle View is a 57-bed care home operated by Colten Care in Dorchester, Dorset.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Highgrove Care Home is a residential care home in Wimborne, Dorset, with 21 registered beds.
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Fairfield House Residential Care Home is a 36-bed care home in Lyme Regis, Dorset.
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Bourne View is a care home operated by Colten Care, located in Poole, Dorset.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Dalvey House is a residential care home for older people, located in Bournemouth, Dorset.
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VerifiedThe Laurels & Pine Lodge is a Hartford Care home in Oakdale, Poole, Dorset, offering residential, dementia, respite, day and end-of-life care across 54 en-suite rooms, rated CQC Good.
from £1025/wk
Key facts: Dorset
| Residential care homes listed | 104 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 91 of 96 (95%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 10 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 5 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,292 |
| Largest | Westbourne Tower Care Home (114 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Aucklands Care (October 2023) |
Outstanding10
Good81
Requires improvement5
Not yet rated8
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Residential care homes in Dorset: questions
- How many residential care homes are there in Dorset?
- AskBart lists 104 residential care homes in Dorset, each with its latest CQC rating.
- How are residential care homes in Dorset rated?
- Of the 96 inspected, 10 are rated Outstanding, 81 Good, 5 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
- How much do residential care homes in Dorset cost?
- Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,292 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 Dorset?
- 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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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
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