Care Homes in Derby: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Derby — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Derby has 90 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 68 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Derby have access to well-rated care options.
31 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 58 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 44 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 2,896 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Derby
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Lodge Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 47 |
| Derwent View | Outstanding | Residential | 19 |
| Kingsway View Care Home | Good | Residential | 85 |
| Derby Heights Care Home | Good | Residential | 75 |
| Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 75 |
| Bluebell Park | Good | Nursing | 67 |
| Heatherton House Care Home | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Middleton Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 63 |
| Middleton Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 63 |
| Richmond Village Aston On Trent Care Home | Good | Nursing | 61 |
| Willowcroft | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Heron Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 59 |
| Tynefield Care Limited | Good | Nursing | 51 |
| Mercy Care Centre | Good | Residential | 50 |
| Elvaston Lodge Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 44 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Derby
Nursing Homes (31)
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 Derby →Residential Homes (58)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Derby →Dementia Care in Derby
44 care homes in Derby 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 Derby
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 70 homes in Derby meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (31 homes) and residential (58 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 Derby
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