Care Homes in Chesterfield: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Chesterfield — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Chesterfield has 69 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 47 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Chesterfield have access to well-rated care options.
27 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 42 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 40 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,950 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Chesterfield
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldwell Manor Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 72 |
| East Fields | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| Belvedere House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Eden Holme Care | Good | Nursing | 51 |
| Millfield Nursing and Residential Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Whittington Care Home | Good | Nursing | 48 |
| Ashgate House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 47 |
| Brookholme Croft Ltd | Good | Nursing | 46 |
| Claydon Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 45 |
| Brimington Care Centre | Good | Residential | 45 |
| The Willows Care Home | Good | Nursing | 42 |
| The Green Care Home with Nursing, Dronfield | Good | Nursing | 41 |
| Springbank House Care Home | Good | Residential | 41 |
| The Green Care Home with Nursing, Hasland | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Haddon House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Chesterfield
Nursing Homes (27)
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 Chesterfield →Residential Homes (42)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Chesterfield →Dementia Care in Chesterfield
40 care homes in Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 49 homes in Chesterfield meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (27 homes) and residential (42 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 Chesterfield
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