Best Care Homes in West Berkshire (2026)
46 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coombe House | Outstanding | Residential | 24 |
| Willows Edge | Good | Residential | 37 |
| Notrees | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Watson House | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Elizabeth House | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Parry House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Slade House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Duncan House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Acorn House | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Mrs P M Eales t/a Just Homes - 3 New Hill | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Kestrels | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Chaffinches | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Appletrees | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Boxgrove House | Good | Residential | 11 |
| Rowan Cottage | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Thatcham Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Argyles Care Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| The Donnington Care Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Bayford House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 59 |
| 30 Broad Lane | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Oaklands | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Winchcombe Place | Good | Residential | 80 |
| 1-2 Prior's Court Cottages | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Newbury Grove | Good | Nursing | 68 |
| 3-4 Priors Court Cottages | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Downview Residential Home | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Dimensions Baily Thomas House Haysoms Drive | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Dimensions 43 Clayhill Road | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Braeburn Lodge | Good | Residential | 14 |
| Charlotte House | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Hollies | Good | Nursing | 58 |
| Newbury Grove | Good | Nursing | 68 |
| Roebuck Rise | Good | Residential | 4 |
| 5-6 Prior's Court Cottages: Bradbury House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Falkland Grange Care Home | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| The Old Vicarage | Good | Residential | 13 |
| Little Heath Court | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Birchwood Care Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 60 |
| Purley House | Requires improvement | Residential | 3 |
| Hungerford Care Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 59 |
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Choosing a Care Home in West Berkshire
With 46 care homes in West Berkshire, families have 37 well-rated options to choose from. 4 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.
West Berkshire care homes offer specialist support for residential care, learning disability care, dementia 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 West Berkshire?
West Berkshire has 46 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,190 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in West Berkshire?
West Berkshire has 1 Outstanding-rated care home and 36 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 West Berkshire?
West Berkshire has 11 nursing care homes and 35 residential homes, including 15 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, learning disability care, dementia care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in West Berkshire?
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 West Berkshire?
West Berkshire 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.