Best Care Homes in Gloucestershire (2026)
Gloucestershire is home to 197 CQC-registered care facilities in South West, with a total of 5,962 beds spread across residential and nursing homes. The area has 12 Outstanding-rated homes and 151 Good-rated homes, putting Gloucestershire among the strong care areas in South West. 70 homes offer nursing care for those with complex medical needs, alongside 127 residential options; specialist support for dementia and physical disabilities is well represented.
197 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longhope Manor | Outstanding | Residential | 34 |
| Gloucestershire House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities | Outstanding | Nursing | 30 |
| Oakhaven Residential Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 27 |
| Badgeworth Court Care Centre | Outstanding | Nursing | 65 |
| Jendot | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| Tomlen | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| Machlo | Outstanding | Residential | 3 |
| National Star College - Ullenwood | Outstanding | Nursing | 88 |
| Foundation House | Outstanding | Nursing | 12 |
| Stroud Lodge | Outstanding | Residential | 9 |
| Monkscroft Care Centre | Outstanding | Nursing | 80 |
| Abbeymead Lodge | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| Knightsbridge Lodge | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Trevone House | Good | Nursing | 2 |
| Cathedral View | Good | Residential | 9 |
| The Vicarage | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Great Western Court | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Longhouse | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Yercombe (Gloucestershire) Trust | Good | Residential | 11 |
| Footsteps Medical Care Limited | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Foxmount | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Canonbury Residential Home | Good | Residential | 13 |
| The Hamptons | Good | Residential | 37 |
| Alison House | Good | Nursing | 4 |
| Wisma Mulia | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Fern Croft | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Fern Court | Good | Residential | 13 |
| Alexander House Care Home - Cheltenham | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Stroud Court Community Trust | Good | Residential | 39 |
| Market Place | Good | Residential | 2 |
| Apple Orchard | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Mr and Mrs T A Mills - 119 Victoria Street | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Cherry Tree Close | Good | Residential | 2 |
| Churchill Road | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Wortley Villa | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Old Dairy | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Ashleigh | Good | Residential | 3 |
| The Steppes Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Highfield House | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Guild House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 35 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Gloucestershire
With 197 care homes in Gloucestershire, families have 163 well-rated options to choose from. 23 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 70 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 127 residential homes.
We recommend shortlisting 3–5 homes, visiting each in person, and using our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Pay attention to staffing levels, the atmosphere on the day, and how staff interact with residents. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare — is also essential before making a decision.
Gloucestershire care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, physical disability care, learning disability care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Gloucestershire?
Gloucestershire has 197 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 5,962 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Gloucestershire?
Gloucestershire has 12 Outstanding-rated care homes and 151 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding is the highest possible CQC grade and means inspectors found exceptional, person-centred care.
What types of care are available in Gloucestershire?
Gloucestershire has 70 nursing care homes and 127 residential homes, including 101 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, physical disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Gloucestershire?
Start with the CQC rating — Outstanding and Good-rated homes have passed independent inspections. Then visit in person: speak with staff and current residents' families, ask about staffing levels, activities, and how they handle changing health needs. Our choosing guide walks you through each step.
How are care home fees funded in Gloucestershire?
Gloucestershire Council will carry out a care needs and financial assessment for those seeking local authority funding. Anyone with assets above £23,250 typically funds their own care. NHS Continuing Healthcare is available for complex medical needs. See our funding guide for full details.