Care Homes in NR27
The NR27 postcode district has 12 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 243 beds, falling under Norfolk council. 1 home is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission and 3 are rated Good. 7 homes currently require improvement. 1 home has not yet been inspected.
About care in NR27
NR27 covers Cromer and the surrounding north Norfolk coast — a traditional seaside resort where the care home market serves both local residents and a significant retirement migration population. The 12 CQC-registered care homes here provide 243 beds, but the quality profile is the most concerning of any Norfolk coastal district: just 1 Outstanding and 3 Good, while 7 Require Improvement and 1 is Not Yet Rated. This elevated Requires Improvement rate — over half the rated homes — warrants serious attention from families making placements in this area. Norfolk County Council commissions adult social care. Families should prioritise reviewing individual CQC inspection reports carefully, and the 3 Good-rated and 1 Outstanding home should be considered before the seven Requires Improvement providers.
Faldonside Lodge
Shulas
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the NR27 postcode area?
There are 12 CQC-registered care homes in NR27, offering a combined 243 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in NR27 have?
Of the 12 care homes in NR27: 1 home is rated Outstanding; 3 are rated Good; 7 require improvement; and 1 has not yet been inspected. Ratings are awarded by the Care Quality Commission following on-site inspections.
What is the highest-rated care home in NR27?
Faldonside Lodge is among the highest-rated care homes in NR27, holding a CQC rating of Outstanding with 15 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the NR27 postcode?
The NR27 postcode area falls under Norfolk. 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 NR27?
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 Norfolk'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