Care Homes in S42
The S42 postcode district has 7 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 224 beds, falling under Derbyshire council. 4 are rated Good. 2 homes currently require improvement. 1 home has not yet been inspected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the S42 postcode area?
There are 7 CQC-registered care homes in S42, offering a combined 224 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in S42 have?
Of the 7 care homes in S42: 0 are rated Outstanding; 4 are rated Good; 2 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 S42?
Ashgate House Care Home is among the highest-rated care homes in S42, holding a CQC rating of Good with 47 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the S42 postcode?
The S42 postcode area falls under Derbyshire. 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 S42?
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 Derbyshire'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