Best Care Homes in South Tyneside (2026)
33 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harton Grange | Outstanding | Residential | 62 |
| Hebburn Manor | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| The Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 52 |
| Needham Court | Good | Residential | 57 |
| Lifeways Community Care (South Shields) | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Wallace Mews | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Wallace Lodge | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Fairholme | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Potensial Limited - 2 Belgrave Terrace | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Dean View Villas | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Willowdene Care Home | Good | Nursing | 52 |
| The White House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 36 |
| Haven Court | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Marine Park View | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Ashlea Mews | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Harmony House | Good | Residential | 37 |
| Westoe Grange Care Home | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Deneside Court | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Cheviot Court | Good | Residential | 73 |
| Garden Hill Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| 21 North View | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Stapleton House | Good | Nursing | 45 |
| Hawthorn Court | Good | Residential | 62 |
| St Thomas Complex | Good | Residential | 52 |
| Sycamore Care Centre - Boldon | Good | Nursing | 69 |
| Chichester Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Palmersdene | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Bedewell Grange | Good | Residential | 52 |
| Hebburn Court Nursing Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 55 |
| Roseway House | Not Yet Rated | Nursing | 50 |
| Cheviot Court | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 73 |
| Cleadon Court | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 13 |
Choosing a Care Home in South Tyneside
With 33 care homes in South Tyneside, families have 29 well-rated options to choose from. 1 home 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 22 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.
South Tyneside care homes offer specialist support for dementia care, residential care, physical disability care, learning disability care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
Specialist Care in South Tyneside
Top Dementia Care Homes in South Tyneside
Helpful Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in South Tyneside?
South Tyneside has 33 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,333 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in South Tyneside?
South Tyneside has 1 Outstanding-rated care home and 28 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 South Tyneside?
South Tyneside has 11 nursing care homes and 22 residential homes, including 23 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 South Tyneside?
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 South Tyneside?
South Tyneside 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.