Care Homes in Darlington: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Darlington — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Darlington has 33 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 23 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Darlington have access to well-rated care options.
11 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 22 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 19 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,330 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Darlington
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bewick House | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| The Avenue | Outstanding | Residential | 3 |
| Ventress Hall Care Home | Good | Nursing | 106 |
| Middleton Hall Retirement Village | Good | Residential | 90 |
| The Grange | Good | Residential | 74 |
| Willow Green Care Home | Good | Nursing | 63 |
| The Lawns Care Home | Good | Residential | 62 |
| Grosvenor Park Care Home | Good | Residential | 61 |
| North Park | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Darlington Manor | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Riverside View Care Home | Good | Residential | 59 |
| Hundens Park | Good | Nursing | 49 |
| Springfield Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Elderwood Residential Home | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Wilton House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 37 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Darlington
Nursing Homes (11)
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 Darlington →Residential Homes (22)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Darlington →Dementia Care in Darlington
19 care homes in Darlington 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 Darlington
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 25 homes in Darlington meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (11 homes) and residential (22 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 Darlington
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