Best Care Homes in Knowsley (2026)
28 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale Mental Healthcare Centre | Outstanding | Nursing | 54 |
| Hurst Park Court | Good | Residential | 41 |
| Maple Lodge | Good | Residential | 45 |
| Kirkby House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 44 |
| Roby Lodge | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Fazakerley House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 45 |
| St Bartholomews Court Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 51 |
| Thingwall Hall Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 39 |
| Elizabeth Road Care Home | Good | Nursing | 5 |
| Daffodil Road | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Edenfield House | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Aaron Grange Care Home | Good | Nursing | 68 |
| Lydbury Crescent Chance for a Break Service | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Atkinson Grove Chance for a Break Service | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Hillside Care Home | Good | Nursing | 119 |
| Longview House | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Roby House Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 55 |
| Huyton Hey Manor | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Orchard Nursing | Good | Nursing | 57 |
| Montgomery Care Home | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Appleby Court Care Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 60 |
| Griffin House Care Home | Requires improvement | Residential | 26 |
| Whitestone Lodge | Requires improvement | Residential | 20 |
| Arncliffe Court Care Home | Inadequate | Residential | 150 |
| Lighthouse Prescot | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 33 |
| Comer Wall Way | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 3 |
| Fernwood | Not Yet Rated | Nursing | 28 |
| Bardley Crescent | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 5 |
Choosing a Care Home in Knowsley
With 28 care homes in Knowsley, families have 20 well-rated options to choose from. 3 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 10 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 18 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.
Knowsley care homes offer specialist support for dementia care, residential care, mental health care, nursing 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 Knowsley?
Knowsley has 28 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,073 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Knowsley?
Knowsley has 1 Outstanding-rated care home and 19 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 Knowsley?
Knowsley has 10 nursing care homes and 18 residential homes, including 18 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include dementia care, residential care, mental health care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Knowsley?
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 Knowsley?
Knowsley 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.