Care Homes in Burnley: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Burnley — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Burnley has 36 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 25 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Burnley have access to well-rated care options.
6 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 30 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 18 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,063 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Burnley
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Grange | Good | Residential | 70 |
| Bank Hall Care Centre | Good | Residential | 56 |
| Willowbank Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 53 |
| Ash Grove | Good | Residential | 48 |
| Woodside Home for Older People | Good | Residential | 46 |
| The Grove Care Home | Good | Nursing | 41 |
| Wordsworth House Care Home | Good | Residential | 41 |
| Palace House Care Home with Nursing | Good | Nursing | 33 |
| McAuley Mount Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Abbey Grange Care Home | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Chapel Lodge | Good | Residential | 23 |
| Jalna Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Towneley House | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Acorn Heights Care Home | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Hilton Residential Home | Good | Residential | 21 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Burnley
Nursing Homes (6)
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 Burnley →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 Burnley →Dementia Care in Burnley
18 care homes in Burnley 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 Burnley
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 25 homes in Burnley meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (6 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 Burnley
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