Care Homes in Birmingham: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Birmingham — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Birmingham has 324 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 3 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 207 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Birmingham have access to well-rated care options.
72 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 220 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 122 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 7,523 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Birmingham
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 71 |
| Manor House | Outstanding | Residential | 37 |
| Victoria Lodge Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 24 |
| Perry Locks Care Home | Good | Nursing | 128 |
| Metchley Manor | Good | Residential | 98 |
| Metchley Manor | Good | Residential | 98 |
| Lanesborough House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 91 |
| Albion Court Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 89 |
| Asprey Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 86 |
| Abbey Rose Care Home | Good | Nursing | 85 |
| The Ridings Care Home | Good | Nursing | 83 |
| Bourn View | Good | Residential | 80 |
| Austin Rose Care Home | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Bourn View | Good | Residential | 80 |
| Herondale Kingfisher | Good | Nursing | 79 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Birmingham
Nursing Homes (72)
Qualified nurses on-site 24/7 for residents with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, or conditions requiring regular clinical care.
Browse nursing homes in Birmingham →Residential Homes (220)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Birmingham →Dementia Care in Birmingham
122 care homes in Birmingham specialise in dementia care. These homes typically offer secure environments, specialist training for staff, and activities designed for people living with dementia.
How to Choose a Care Home in Birmingham
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 210 homes in Birmingham meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (72 homes) and residential (220 homes) based on medical needs.
- 3Visit at least 3 homes — Use our visiting checklist to compare homes in person.
- 4Understand the costs — Care home fees in England average £800–£1,200/week. See our funding guide.
- 5Save and compare — Use the shortlist feature on each care home page to save and compare your favourites side by side.
All Care Homes in Birmingham
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