Care Homes in M16
The M16 postcode district has 9 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 223 beds, falling under Manchester council. 4 are rated Good. 4 homes currently require improvement.
About care in M16
M16 covers Stretford, Old Trafford, and Whalley Range in the south of Greater Manchester, a densely populated inner-city district close to Manchester city centre. Nine care homes are registered here with a combined 223 beds; however, five currently require improvement and one is rated Inadequate — families are advised to review individual inspection reports carefully. Manchester City Council's adult social care department can provide needs assessments and guidance on funded care options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the M16 postcode area?
There are 9 CQC-registered care homes in M16, offering a combined 223 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in M16 have?
Of the 9 care homes in M16: 0 are rated Outstanding; 4 are rated Good; 4 require improvement; 1 is rated Inadequate; and 0 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 M16?
Abbotsford Care Home - Manchester is among the highest-rated care homes in M16, holding a CQC rating of Good with 44 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the M16 postcode?
The M16 postcode area falls under Manchester. 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 M16?
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 Manchester'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