Care Homes in BS5
The BS5 postcode district has 15 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 413 beds, falling under Bristol, City of council. 13 are rated Good. 2 homes have not yet been inspected.
About care in BS5
BS5 takes in the Bristol neighbourhoods of Easton, Redfield and St George — a culturally diverse inner-city district that has seen growing demand for care home places as the city's older population increases. Thirteen of the 15 homes here hold a Good CQC rating, with 413 registered beds across the postcode. Bristol City Council places residents across this area, and self-funders should expect fees consistent with the city's above-average care market.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the BS5 postcode area?
There are 15 CQC-registered care homes in BS5, offering a combined 413 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in BS5 have?
Of the 15 care homes in BS5: 0 are rated Outstanding; 13 are rated Good; 0 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 BS5?
Saffron Gardens - Prospect Place is among the highest-rated care homes in BS5, holding a CQC rating of Good with 70 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the BS5 postcode?
The BS5 postcode area falls under Bristol, City of. 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 BS5?
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 Bristol, City of'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