Best Care Homes in York (2026)
42 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recovery House | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| Connaught Court | Outstanding | Nursing | 94 |
| Ivy Lodge Retirement Home | Good | Residential | 33 |
| The Dexters Limited | Good | Residential | 23 |
| Yearsley Villa | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Graver's Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Hawthorn House | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Mulberry Court | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Meadowbeck | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Rosevale | Good | Residential | 44 |
| Christmas Lodge | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Flaxman Avenue | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Mossdale Residence | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Limetree House Upper Poppleton | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Handley House | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Fulford Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 28 |
| Somerset House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 44 |
| Woodlands Neurological Rehabilitation | Good | Nursing | 27 |
| Lifestyles | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Ebor Court | Good | Residential | 64 |
| Birchlands Care Home | Good | Nursing | 54 |
| Amarna House Care Home | Good | Residential | 80 |
| Ouse View Care Home | Good | Residential | 64 |
| New Lodge | Good | Residential | 45 |
| South Park Care Home | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Rawcliffe Manor | Good | Residential | 72 |
| Apple Tree Care Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| The Oaks | Good | Nursing | 43 |
| Riverside Care Complex | Good | Residential | 65 |
| Schoen Clinic York, Wellen Court | Requires improvement | Nursing | 30 |
| Broadway Lodge Residential Home | Requires improvement | Residential | 18 |
| Grimston Court | Requires improvement | Residential | 47 |
| The Lodge | Requires improvement | Residential | 30 |
| Holgate House | Requires improvement | Residential | 30 |
| Harlington House | Requires improvement | Residential | 17 |
| Chocolate Works Care Village | Not Yet Rated | Nursing | 102 |
| Chocolate Works Care Village | Not Yet Rated | Nursing | 102 |
| Haxby Hall Care Home | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 68 |
| York Manor Care Home | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 73 |
| Goldsborough Manor Care Home | Not Yet Rated | Nursing | 62 |
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Choosing a Care Home in York
With 42 care homes in York, families have 29 well-rated options to choose from. 6 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 14 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 28 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 York?
York has 42 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,834 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in York?
York 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 York?
York has 14 nursing care homes and 28 residential homes, including 24 specialising in dementia care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in York?
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 York?
York 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.