Care Homes in Chester: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Chester — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Chester has 32 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 17 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Chester have access to well-rated care options.
22 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 10 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 21 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,317 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Chester
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Manor Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 81 |
| Oak Grange | Good | Nursing | 70 |
| Deewater Grange | Good | Nursing | 58 |
| Oaklands Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Pinetum | Good | Nursing | 45 |
| Wealstone Residential Home | Good | Residential | 42 |
| Chester Lodge Care Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Florence Grogan House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Crabwall Hall | Good | Residential | 38 |
| Kingscourt | Good | Nursing | 37 |
| The Old Rectory Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 35 |
| Stone House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Orchid Villa | Good | Nursing | 34 |
| Rose Villa | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Fern Lodge Care Home | Good | Nursing | 17 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Chester
Nursing Homes (22)
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 Chester →Residential Homes (10)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Chester →Dementia Care in Chester
21 care homes in Chester 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 Chester
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 17 homes in Chester meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (22 homes) and residential (10 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 Chester
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