Hamberley Care Homes

Upton Manor Care Home

Nursing home in Poole, Dorset

Operated by Hamberley Care Homes

CQC Good67 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Address1 Dorchester Rd, Upton, Poole BH16 5NJ
Beds67
Weekly feefrom £1,382 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2021
All-inclusiveYes

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About

Upton Manor Care Home in Poole supports older people through residential, nursing, respite and dementia care. The 67-bed home is run by Hamberley Care Homes and sits in Upton, within reach of Poole, Broadstone and surrounding Dorset communities. It is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

The home provides day and night nursing cover and aims to help people adjust to changing care needs, whether after hospital discharge, during recovery or for longer-term support. Staff work to build understanding of each resident's individual routines and preferences.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Library & Reading Room
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected April 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery1.4 miles
A&E: Poole Hospital2.8 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station1.2 miles
Shops150 m
Pub or bar1.3 miles
  • 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

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkLimited
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysSparse

Local crime statistics

188 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime36%
Anti-social behaviour35%
Criminal damage & arson8%
Other theft4%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Gallery

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,382
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Dorset usually pays £1,156 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £226 a week.

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 Dorset council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Dorset pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,126
2025—£1,156
2026£1,382—

What Dorset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Upton Manor Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Poole Hospital, 2.8 miles away. The local GP practice is THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE, 1.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Poole Hospital · 2.8 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
THE BIRCHWOOD PRACTICE · 1.4 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Poole

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Leonardo Carer Support

Our mission is to ensure all unpaid carers across Dorset access meaningful advice and support to enable carers to have the quality of life they want, need and deserve. We support unpaid/voluntary…

2.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1210102)
Charity

Broadstone Age Concern Day Centre

We run a day centre on most Tuesdays. Part of the funding of the day centre comes from our charity shop (which only sells items donated by members & members of the public).

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (290985)
Charity

PramaLife

Charitable community and outreach activities including dementia clubs, respite club, social pop-in clubs, coffee mornings, special interest groups, carers support groups, befriending, transport,…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1172716)
Charity

Lytchett Minster & Upton Age Concern

We operate a weekly Day Centre all day every Monday for the lonely, elderly, disabled and housebound people in the Lytchett Minster & Upton area. We run outings, boat trips and an annual 8 day…

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (285918)
Charity

Age Concern Bournemouth

Age Concern Bournemouth, Poole & East Dorset works with and for people over 55 in Bournemouth, Poole & East Dorset. Activities include social clubs and centres, information & advice,…

5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1113294)
Charity

Faithworks Wessex

Our charitable objects are given life through a number of projects, including: homelessness outreach, befriending of carers, supported placements for adults with learning disabilities, food banks,…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1108714)

Frequently asked questions

What is the geographical location of Upton Manor?
Upton Manor is positioned in Poole and is conveniently near to various facilities.
How does Upton Manor fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Upton Manor has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care does Upton Manor provide?
Upton Manor offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Upton Manor?
At present, Upton Manor can accommodate 67 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Upton Manor?
Hamberley Care Homes is the owner and operator of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Upton Manor offers a range of activities focused on health and wellness, such as: Culinary Sessions, Wellness Classes, and Creative Arts & Crafts.
How much does care at Upton Manor cost?
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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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