Best Care Homes in North Yorkshire (2026)
203 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millings | Outstanding | Residential | 40 |
| St Johns House | Outstanding | Residential | 36 |
| Hyde Park House | Outstanding | Residential | 11 |
| Derwent Cottage | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| Stakesby Road | Outstanding | Residential | 3 |
| Vida Grange | Outstanding | Nursing | 124 |
| Vida Hall | Outstanding | Nursing | 70 |
| Vida Court | Outstanding | Nursing | 100 |
| Rowan House | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Beech Grove | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Grosvenor House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Caxton Lodge | Good | Residential | 10 |
| The Gables | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Carleton Court Residential Home Limited | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Peregrine House | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Hillcrest Care Home | Good | Residential | 34 |
| Ashurst Residential and Care Home | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Riccall House Care Home | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Abbey Lea Care Home | Good | Residential | 23 |
| Sowerby House | Good | Residential | 51 |
| St Cecilia's Care Home | Good | Residential | 21 |
| The Coach House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 42 |
| Prospect House Care Home | Good | Residential | 13 |
| Rockfield Residential | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Ellershaw House Limited | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Hudson Street | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Park View | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Priceholme | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Oak Trees Care Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Greenwell House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 20 |
| Tudor House | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Mansion House | Good | Nursing | 29 |
| Royal Mencap Society - 2 Conroy Close | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Larchfield Manor | Good | Residential | 47 |
| St Anne's Community Services - Boroughbridge Road | Good | Residential | 3 |
| St Anne's Community Services - Daleholme | Good | Residential | 5 |
| St Anne's Community Services - Greenacres | Good | Residential | 5 |
| St Anne's Community Services - Jenkin Lodge | Good | Residential | 5 |
| St Anne's Community Services - Norfolk Road | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Rosedale Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 68 |
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Choosing a Care Home in North Yorkshire
With 203 care homes in North Yorkshire, families have 166 well-rated options to choose from. 23 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 64 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 139 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.
North Yorkshire care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, physical disability 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 North Yorkshire?
North Yorkshire has 203 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 6,979 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in North Yorkshire?
North Yorkshire has 8 Outstanding-rated care homes and 158 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 North Yorkshire?
North Yorkshire has 64 nursing care homes and 139 residential homes, including 120 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 North Yorkshire?
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 North Yorkshire?
North Yorkshire 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.