Care Homes in Blackburn: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Blackburn — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Blackburn has 47 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 1 is rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 28 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Blackburn have access to well-rated care options.
9 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 30 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 16 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 999 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Blackburn
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowfold Hyndburn Ribble Valley Short Break | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| Old Gates Care Home | Good | Nursing | 90 |
| Eachstep Blackburn | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Linden House Care Home | Good | Residential | 63 |
| Hazeldene Care Home | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Magdalene House | Good | Nursing | 52 |
| Haydock Nursing and Residential Care Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Queens Lodge Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Acorn House Care Centre | Good | Residential | 32 |
| Townfield and Coach House | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Northwood Nursing & Residential Care | Good | Nursing | 27 |
| Hawkhurst | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Birchfield Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Ravenswing Manor Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Rockmount Northwest | Good | Nursing | 23 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Blackburn
Nursing Homes (9)
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 Blackburn →Residential Homes (30)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Blackburn →Dementia Care in Blackburn
16 care homes in Blackburn 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 Blackburn
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 29 homes in Blackburn meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (9 homes) and residential (30 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 Blackburn
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