Care Homes in ST1
The ST1 postcode district has 12 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 184 beds, falling under Stoke-on-Trent council. 10 are rated Good. 2 homes have not yet been inspected.
About care in ST1
ST1 covers Hanley city centre and Shelton in Stoke-on-Trent — the commercial heart of the Potteries conurbation, where most homes are smaller-scale residential providers. The 12 CQC-registered care homes here hold only 184 beds collectively — averaging just 15 beds per home, one of the more intimate market structures in the region. Quality is largely strong: 10 are rated Good, with 2 Not Yet Rated and no Requires Improvement or Inadequate homes currently. Dementia and physical disability care specialisms are present. Stoke-on-Trent City Council handles adult social care commissioning. The small-home character of ST1 may appeal to families seeking more personalised care environments, though bed availability can be limited due to the low total capacity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the ST1 postcode area?
There are 12 CQC-registered care homes in ST1, offering a combined 184 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in ST1 have?
Of the 12 care homes in ST1: 0 are rated Outstanding; 10 are rated Good; 0 require improvement; and 2 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 ST1?
Richmond Mews is among the highest-rated care homes in ST1, holding a CQC rating of Good with 44 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the ST1 postcode?
The ST1 postcode area falls under Stoke-on-Trent. 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 ST1?
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 Stoke-on-Trent'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