Care Homes in Hereford: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Hereford — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Hereford has 34 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 22 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Hereford have access to well-rated care options.
13 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 21 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 23 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 963 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Hereford
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coldwells House | Outstanding | Residential | 41 |
| Charnwood Country Residence | Outstanding | Residential | 27 |
| Newstead House | Good | Nursing | 46 |
| Hampton Grange Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 42 |
| Broomy Hill Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Holmer Care Home with Nursing | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Credenhill Court Rest Home | Good | Residential | 35 |
| The Weir Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 35 |
| Holmer Court Residential Home | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Dulas Court | Good | Residential | 31 |
| Gwen Walford House | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| July VII Limited t/a Wykenhurst Residential Home | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Venns Lane Care Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Moor Court | Good | Residential | 14 |
| Martha House | Good | Nursing | 14 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Hereford
Nursing Homes (13)
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 Hereford →Residential Homes (21)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Hereford →Dementia Care in Hereford
23 care homes in Hereford 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 Hereford
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 24 homes in Hereford meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (13 homes) and residential (21 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 Hereford
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