Derwent Care Home
Care home in Newcastle upon Tyne, County Durham
Operated by Mariposa Care Group
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- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Derwent Care Home in Newcastle upon Tyne provides residential care for 45 residents. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (2019).
The home supports people who need care following changes in health or circumstance, including recovery after falls, illness or hospital discharge. Care is delivered by a trained team committed to supporting residents' wellbeing and quality of life.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 22 October 2019 · Last inspected 13 September 2019
Inspectors found that this residential home for older adults provides care that is kind and respectful, with staff helping people stay as independent as they can. Everyday risks are managed carefully, and people and their families are involved in the service. People are supported to make their own choices, with restrictions kept to the minimum needed.
- Staff approach people with kindness and help them stay independent.
- Personal risks are well managed, and accidents and incidents are reviewed to reduce the chance of repeats.
- Staff understand how to safeguard people and receive regular supervision and training.
- The registered manager monitors the quality of the home, and people and their families are involved in the service.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
1,012 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what County Durham council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £807 |
| 2025 | £857 |
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Local health safety net
Derwent Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The Royal Victoria Infirmary, 9.7 miles away. The local GP practice is OAKFIELDS HEALTH GROUP, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Newcastle upon Tyne
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Gateshead Limited
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Gateshead Carers Association
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Gateshead Older People's Assembly
Gateshead Older People's Assembly offers opportunities for over 50s to maintain their health and independence through socialising, exercising, and learning. We support activities in community…
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.…
Age UK Newcastle and North Tyneside
To improve the quality of life for older people
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…
Part of Mariposa Care Group
Derwent Care Home is one of 9 homes run by Mariposa Care Group on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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