Care Homes in Great Yarmouth: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Great Yarmouth — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Great Yarmouth has 36 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 1 is rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 19 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Great Yarmouth have access to well-rated care options.
6 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 30 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 22 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,097 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Great Yarmouth
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ealing House Residential Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 17 |
| Lydia Eva Court | Good | Residential | 89 |
| Ritson Lodge | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Burgh House Residential Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 53 |
| The Heathers Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 45 |
| Gresham Care Home | Good | Nursing | 45 |
| The Gables | Good | Residential | 43 |
| The Old Vicarage | Good | Residential | 41 |
| Marine Court Residential Home | Good | Residential | 40 |
| The Windmill Care Home Ltd | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Oliver Court | Good | Residential | 34 |
| The Salisbury Residential Home | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Park House | Good | Residential | 26 |
| The Vineries | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Martham Lodge Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Great Yarmouth
Nursing Homes (6)
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 Great Yarmouth →Residential Homes (30)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Great Yarmouth →Dementia Care in Great Yarmouth
22 care homes in Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 20 homes in Great Yarmouth meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (6 homes) and residential (30 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 Great Yarmouth
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