Care Homes in NE5
The NE5 postcode district has 8 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 368 beds, falling under Newcastle upon Tyne council. 7 are rated Good. 1 home currently requires improvement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the NE5 postcode area?
There are 8 CQC-registered care homes in NE5, offering a combined 368 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in NE5 have?
Of the 8 care homes in NE5: 0 are rated Outstanding; 7 are rated Good; 1 requires improvement; 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 NE5?
Wheatfield Court is among the highest-rated care homes in NE5, holding a CQC rating of Good with 60 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the NE5 postcode?
The NE5 postcode area falls under Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 NE5?
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 Newcastle upon Tyne'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