Care Homes in B79
The B79 postcode district has 12 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 500 beds, falling under Staffordshire council. 8 are rated Good. 2 homes currently require improvement. 2 homes have not yet been inspected.
About care in B79
B79 covers Tamworth and its eastern satellite villages in Staffordshire — a market town on the Warwickshire border with a substantial and growing care home market. The 12 CQC-registered care homes here provide 500 beds across a quality profile that includes 8 rated Good, 2 Requiring Improvement, and 2 Not Yet Rated. Dementia, physical disability, and substance misuse support specialisms are present in the local market. Staffordshire County Council commissions adult social care for Tamworth residents. Families should note the two unrated providers may represent newly opened homes; checking their registration date and initial assessment report with CQC directly is advisable before considering placement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the B79 postcode area?
There are 12 CQC-registered care homes in B79, offering a combined 500 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in B79 have?
Of the 12 care homes in B79: 0 are rated Outstanding; 8 are rated Good; 2 require improvement; and 2 have not yet been inspected. Ratings are awarded by the Care Quality Commission following on-site inspections.
What is the highest-rated care home in B79?
Haunton Hall is among the highest-rated care homes in B79, holding a CQC rating of Good with 90 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the B79 postcode?
The B79 postcode area falls under Staffordshire. Your local council's adult social care team can carry out a needs assessment and, if eligible, help fund or arrange care home placements within their area.
How do I choose a care home in B79?
Start by checking each home's CQC rating and reading the latest inspection report, which you can access via the CQC website or each home's page on carehome.page. Consider visiting your shortlisted homes in person and asking about staffing ratios, activities programmes, and how the home manages residents' specific needs — whether that's dementia care, nursing support, or specialist conditions. If funding is a concern, contact Staffordshire's adult social care team for a needs and financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data