Care Homes in SO21
The SO21 postcode district has 8 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 246 beds, falling under Hampshire council. 5 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 SO21 postcode area?
There are 8 CQC-registered care homes in SO21, offering a combined 246 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in SO21 have?
Of the 8 care homes in SO21: 0 are rated Outstanding; 5 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 SO21?
Shawford Springs Care Home is among the highest-rated care homes in SO21, holding a CQC rating of Good with 64 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the SO21 postcode?
The SO21 postcode area falls under Hampshire. 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 SO21?
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 Hampshire'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