Best Care Homes in Peterborough (2026)
40 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tudors Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 44 |
| Lavender House Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 36 |
| Alan Atchison - 5 and 6 Augusta Close | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Alan Atchison - 2 David's Close | Good | Residential | 11 |
| SENSE - Newton Court | Good | Residential | 10 |
| SENSE - 37 Redgate Court | Good | Residential | 6 |
| SENSE - 38 Redgate Court | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Philia Lodge Rest Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Longueville Court | Good | Nursing | 109 |
| Werrington Lodge | Good | Nursing | 69 |
| Lyons Gardens | Good | Residential | 11 |
| Acacia House - Peterborough | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Hampton Grove Care Home | Good | Residential | 87 |
| Broadleigh Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 37 |
| Fletton Avenue | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Haddon House | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Park Vista Care Home | Good | Nursing | 59 |
| Park House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 52 |
| Cherry Blossom Care Home | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Garden Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Florence House Care Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Ontario Court | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Thorpe Wood Care Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Franklyn Crescent | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Eagle Wood Neurological Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 105 |
| Elliot Avenue | Good | Residential | 5 |
| The Malting's Care Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Tigh Calman | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Taigh Aisling | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Castor Lodge Care Home | Requires improvement | Residential | 80 |
| Ashlynn Grange | Requires improvement | Nursing | 156 |
| The Star Nursing Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 30 |
| Clayburn Court | Requires improvement | Residential | 64 |
| Field House Residential Care Home for the Elderly | Requires improvement | Residential | 55 |
| St Margarets Care Home | Inadequate | Residential | 16 |
| Garden Lodge | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 10 |
| Florence House Care Home | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 21 |
| Waterhouse Manor Care Home | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 80 |
| Waterhouse Manor Care Home | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 80 |
| Hampton Grove Care Home | Not Yet Rated | Residential | — |
Choosing a Care Home in Peterborough
With 40 care homes in Peterborough, families have 29 well-rated options to choose from. 5 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 29 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Peterborough?
Peterborough has 40 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,528 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Peterborough?
Peterborough has 2 Outstanding-rated care homes and 27 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 Peterborough?
Peterborough has 11 nursing care homes and 29 residential homes, including 26 specialising in dementia care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Peterborough?
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 Peterborough?
Peterborough 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.