Best Care Homes in Oldham (2026)
The Oldham local authority area in North West has 46 care homes registered with the CQC, with 1,659 beds available in total. CQC data shows 35 Good-rated homes in Oldham, with 6 currently rated as Requiring Improvement. Nursing care is available at 11 homes across Oldham, with specialist provision including dementia and physical disabilities.
46 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth House | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Neville House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Abbey Hey Care Home | Good | Residential | 39 |
| Royley House Care Home | Good | Residential | 41 |
| Alexandra - Oldham | Good | Nursing | 35 |
| Laburnum House Shaw Limited | Good | Residential | 34 |
| Stoneswood Residential Home | Good | Residential | 51 |
| Turning Point - Birchwood Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 16 |
| Ashgrove House Care Limited | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Brierfields | Good | Residential | 37 |
| Hadfield House | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Springfields | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Dryclough Manor | Good | Residential | 53 |
| Millfield | Good | Residential | 38 |
| Oaklands Rest Home Limited | Good | Residential | 32 |
| Moorhaven Care Home Ltd | Good | Nursing | 33 |
| Coppice Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 44 |
| Werneth Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 42 |
| Ashbourne House Care Home | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Firs Hall Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 31 |
| St George's Nursing Home (Oldham) | Good | Nursing | 77 |
| Oakdene Care Home | Good | Residential | 32 |
| Franklin House Limited | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Treetops Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 34 |
| New Willow House | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Oldham House | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Park Hills Private Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 17 |
| Avonleigh Gardens | Good | Residential | 59 |
| Edge Hill Rest Home | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Rye House | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Medlock Court | Good | Residential | 32 |
| Fernbank | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Chamber Mount | Good | Residential | 23 |
| Park House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Anbridge Care Home | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Care at Parkside | Requires improvement | Residential | 24 |
| Stoneleigh House | Requires improvement | Residential | 31 |
| Avalon Park Care Home | Requires improvement | Residential | 60 |
| Chadderton Total Care | Requires improvement | Nursing | 146 |
| Boston House | Requires improvement | Residential | 17 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Oldham
With 46 care homes in Oldham, families have 35 well-rated options to choose from. 6 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 11 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 35 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.
Oldham care homes offer specialist support for dementia care, residential care, physical disability care, sensory impairment 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 Oldham?
Oldham has 46 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,659 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Oldham?
Oldham has 0 Outstanding-rated care homes and 35 Good-rated care homes.
What types of care are available in Oldham?
Oldham has 11 nursing care homes and 35 residential homes, including 42 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 Oldham?
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 Oldham?
Oldham 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.