Care Homes in OL5
The OL5 postcode district has 1 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 42 beds, falling under Tameside council. 1 is rated Good.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the OL5 postcode area?
There are 1 CQC-registered care homes in OL5, offering a combined 42 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in OL5 have?
Of the 1 care homes in OL5: 0 are rated Outstanding; 1 is rated Good; 0 require 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 OL5?
Sandon House is among the highest-rated care homes in OL5, holding a CQC rating of Good with 42 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the OL5 postcode?
The OL5 postcode area falls under Tameside. 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 OL5?
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 Tameside'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