VerifiedWestbourne Tower is an Avery Healthcare home in Westbourne, Bournemouth, offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care across 113 private apartments.
from £1134/wk
Residential care homes in Dorset – page 2
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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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Nestled in the picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster, within the stunning county of Dorset, you'll find the Oakdene Care Home. This exceptional facility is staffed by a team of seasoned…
from £1100/wk
VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Tucked away in the picturesque town of Bournemouth, Queensmount Care Home offers a warm, family-like environment that makes it a delightful place to reside. Specialising in residential, nursing,…
from £1315/wk
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Agincourt Care Home is a 31-bed care home in Weymouth, Dorset, operated by Agincare.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Abbey View is a 52-bed care home in Sherborne, Dorset, operated by Colten Care.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Tucked away in the tranquil residential neighbourhood between Poole and Bournemouth, you'll find the welcoming Regency Manor care home. This contemporary facility offers residential, palliative, and…
from £1300/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Waterloo Care Home is a 36-bed residential care home in Wimborne, Dorset, operated by Agincare.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled in the charming North West region of Dorset in Sherborne, Trinity Manor stands as a warm and inviting care home, renowned for its exceptional residential, respite, and dementia care for the…
from £1400/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Anglebury Court is a 32-bed care home in Wareham, Dorset, providing care to older adults.
Fees on request
VerifiedThe Hayes is a 50-bed residential care home in Sherborne, Dorset, providing care for people with dementia and other support needs.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled in the picturesque holiday haven of Poole in Dorset, Oakdale is a magnificent care home that offers top-notch residential, nursing, dementia, palliative, and respite care for the elderly.…
from £1455/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Whitecliffe House is a 31-bed care home in Blandford Forum, Dorset, operated by Colten Care.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Wickmeads is a 50-bed care home in Bournemouth, Dorset, operated by Care South.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Newstone House is a 62-bed nursing home in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, run by Colten Care.
Fees on request
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VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Aucklands Care is a 10-bed care home in Bournemouth, Dorset.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Stanton Court Care Home is a 75-bed home run by Care UK, located in Bristol.
from £1469/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Avon Cliff is a 52-bed residential care home run by Colten Care in Bournemouth, Dorset.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Portelet Lodge Care Home is a 23-bed residential care home in Bournemouth, Dorset, providing care for people living with dementia.
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VerifiedHyacinth House is a Barchester care home in Stapehill, Wimborne, Dorset, offering residential and respite care in a warm, friendly environment.
from £1352/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Park Manor Care Home is a 45-bed care home in Poole, Dorset, providing nursing and residential care for older people aged 65 and over.
Fees on request
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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- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
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