Care Homes in Cambridge: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Cambridge — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Cambridge has 44 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 5 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 35 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Cambridge have access to well-rated care options.
20 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 23 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 24 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,700 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Cambridge
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Court | Outstanding | Residential | 55 |
| Fitzwilliam House Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 40 |
| Guyatt House | Outstanding | Residential | 9 |
| Mill Lane | Outstanding | Residential | 5 |
| Sunflowers Care Ltd | Outstanding | Nursing | 4 |
| Woodlands Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 109 |
| Hallmark Arlington Manor Luxury Care Home | Good | Nursing | 90 |
| Cambridge Manor Care Home | Good | Nursing | 89 |
| Hilton Park Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 88 |
| St Georges Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 76 |
| The Cambridgeshire Care Home | Good | Nursing | 72 |
| Buchan House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 66 |
| Heathlands House | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Barley Manor Care Home | Good | Nursing | 63 |
| Cottenham Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 62 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Cambridge
Nursing Homes (20)
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 Cambridge →Residential Homes (23)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Cambridge →Dementia Care in Cambridge
24 care homes in Cambridge 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 Cambridge
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 40 homes in Cambridge meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (20 homes) and residential (23 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 Cambridge
Gracefield Nursing Home and Residential Care Home
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