Best Care Homes in Wiltshire (2026)
Across Wiltshire in South West, 165 CQC-registered care homes provide 5,069 beds for older adults and those with specialist care needs. Quality across Wiltshire is strong: 3 homes are rated Outstanding and 135 are rated Good by the CQC. The local offer includes 47 nursing homes and 118 residential homes, with particular strength in dementia and physical disabilities care.
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Choosing a Care Home in Wiltshire
With 165 care homes in Wiltshire, families have 138 well-rated options to choose from. 21 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 47 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 118 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.
Wiltshire care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, physical disability care, learning disability 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 Wiltshire?
Wiltshire has 165 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 5,069 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Wiltshire?
Wiltshire has 3 Outstanding-rated care homes and 135 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 Wiltshire?
Wiltshire has 47 nursing care homes and 118 residential homes, including 93 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, physical disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Wiltshire?
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 Wiltshire?
Wiltshire 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.