Best Care Homes in Northumberland (2026)
95 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tynedale House | Outstanding | Residential | 30 |
| Jane Percy House | Outstanding | Residential | 25 |
| Percy House | Outstanding | Nursing | 18 |
| Birch Hill Care Centre | Outstanding | Residential | 24 |
| Burn Brae Lodge | Good | Residential | 31 |
| Calvert Trust Kielder | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Beresford Lodge Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Beachville West End | Good | Residential | 13 |
| Charlotte Straker House | Good | Nursing | 32 |
| Albury House | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Elpha Lodge Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Hazelmead Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Wentworth Grange | Good | Nursing | 51 |
| Hepscott Care Centre | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Haydon View Residential Home | Good | Residential | 27 |
| Acomb Court | Good | Residential | 76 |
| Hartford Court | Good | Residential | 75 |
| Foxton Court | Good | Residential | 77 |
| Close House Nursing and Residential Care Home | Good | Nursing | 23 |
| No 11&12 Third Row | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Flexible Support Options Limited (Pengarth) | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Flexible Support Options Limited (Thorntree Way) | Good | Residential | 10 |
| The Pines Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Summerhill | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Mountview | Good | Residential | 10 |
| New Ridley Road | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Chester Court | Good | Nursing | 41 |
| Meadow Park | Good | Residential | 61 |
| Station Court | Good | Residential | 64 |
| Woodhorn Park | Good | Residential | 61 |
| Heatherdale Residential Home | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Garden House | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Wellburn House | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Tweed View House | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Bentinck Crescent | Good | Residential | 7 |
| The Mews | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Tweedmouth House | Good | Nursing | 55 |
| Scottlyn | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Waterloo House Rest Home Limited | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Northlea Court | Good | Nursing | 50 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Northumberland
With 95 care homes in Northumberland, families have 82 well-rated options to choose from. 10 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 36 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 59 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.
Northumberland care homes offer specialist support for dementia care, residential care, physical disability care, nursing care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
Specialist Care in Northumberland
Top Dementia Care Homes in Northumberland
Helpful Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Northumberland?
Northumberland has 95 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 3,499 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Northumberland?
Northumberland has 4 Outstanding-rated care homes and 78 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 Northumberland?
Northumberland has 36 nursing care homes and 59 residential homes, including 69 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include dementia care, residential care, physical disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Northumberland?
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 Northumberland?
Northumberland 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.