Care Homes in Leicester: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Leicester — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Leicester has 153 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 3 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 113 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Leicester have access to well-rated care options.
20 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 133 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 91 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 4,445 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Leicester
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devonshire Court | Outstanding | Residential | 69 |
| Aylesham Court Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 60 |
| Asra House Residential Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 42 |
| South Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 106 |
| Aaron Court | Good | Nursing | 91 |
| Watermead Rose Care Home | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Cedar Mews | Good | Residential | 73 |
| Graysford Hall | Good | Residential | 72 |
| Kingsfield Court Care Home | Good | Residential | 70 |
| Everdale Grange | Good | Nursing | 68 |
| Mountview Care Home | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Oakdale Care Limited | Good | Nursing | 63 |
| Spencefield Grange | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Lady Jane Court Care Home | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Bradley Hall | Good | Residential | 60 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Leicester
Nursing Homes (20)
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 Leicester →Residential Homes (133)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Leicester →Dementia Care in Leicester
91 care homes in Leicester 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 Leicester
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 116 homes in Leicester meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (20 homes) and residential (133 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 Leicester
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