Badgers Holt Residential Care Home, Southampton

Reviewed by the carehome.page editorial team · Last updated 13 March 2026
Rating
Good
Beds
25
Type
Residential
Inspected
Oct 2025
Address Butts Ash Lane,Hythe,Southampton, SO45 3QY
Beds 25
Type Care home without nursing
Provider Badgers Holt Care Limited

CQC Inspection Breakdown

Safe Good
Effective Good
Caring Good
Responsive Good
Well-led Requires improvement

About Badgers Holt Residential Care Home

Badgers Holt Residential Home is registered to provide care and support for up to 25 people.

What residents and families say

People told us they were happy living at the service.
“[Person] is very happy at the service. Staff make [person] feel at home which I know is something [person] struggled with at first”
“I would highly recommend this home. It also came recommended”

Source: CQC inspection report

Specialisms

DementiaCaring for adults over 65 yrs

About Badgers Holt Residential Care Home

Badgers Holt Residential Care Home in Southampton offers personal care in a supportive residential setting, helping residents maintain their wellbeing and sense of belonging. The home is operated by Badgers Holt Care Limited and can accommodate up to 25 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 10/11/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated Badgers Holt Residential Care Home as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including dementia and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports dementia, older people. The SO45 postcode area has 10 registered care homes with a combined 305 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.

Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.

Badgers Holt Residential Care Home is one of the care homes in Hampshire — a local authority with 471 CQC-registered homes, 365 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.

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What to Expect When Visiting

When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.

  • Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
  • Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
  • Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
  • Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
  • Check whether outside spaces are secure and whether activities are tailored for people with dementia.

Questions to Ask When Visiting

It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Badgers Holt Residential Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:

  1. 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
  2. 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
  3. 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
  4. 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?

For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.

Official CQC Inspection Report

The Care Quality Commission last inspected Badgers Holt Residential Care Home on 10/11/2025 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.

Read the full CQC report

What families typically look for

  • - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
  • - What activities and social events are available for residents
  • - How the home handles changing care needs over time
  • - Specialist dementia training and secure outdoor spaces

These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?

CQC rated Badgers Holt Residential Care Home as Good for Responsive care on 10/11/2025, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.

How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?

CQC rated Badgers Holt Residential Care Home as Good for Caring on 10/11/2025. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.

Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?

Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting Badgers Holt Residential Care Home, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.

What does a typical day look like for someone living here?

With 25 residents and care tailored to dementia, daily routines at Badgers Holt Residential Care Home will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.

What is the CQC rating for Badgers Holt Residential Care Home?

Badgers Holt Residential Care Home in Southampton is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 10/11/2025. The home has 25 beds.

How many beds does Badgers Holt Residential Care Home have?

Badgers Holt Residential Care Home has 25 beds and operates as a residential care home in Southampton.

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