Care Homes in Milton Keynes: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Milton Keynes — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Milton Keynes has 53 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 3 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 31 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Milton Keynes have access to well-rated care options.
15 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 29 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 20 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,359 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Milton Keynes
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterhall Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 57 |
| Milton Keynes Short Breaks and Shared Lives | Outstanding | Residential | 12 |
| Woodland House | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| The Willows Care Home | Good | Nursing | 130 |
| Castlemead Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 79 |
| Kents Hill Care Home | Good | Nursing | 75 |
| Lakeview Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Ashby House - Milton Keynes | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Caton House Residential and Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 62 |
| Mallard House Neurological Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 55 |
| Neath Hill Care Home | Good | Residential | 47 |
| Dovecote Manor Care Home | Good | Nursing | 44 |
| Bletchley House Residential Care and Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 44 |
| Highclere Care Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| 42a Haddon | Good | Residential | 40 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Milton Keynes
Nursing Homes (15)
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 Milton Keynes →Residential Homes (29)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Milton Keynes →Dementia Care in Milton Keynes
20 care homes in Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 34 homes in Milton Keynes meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (15 homes) and residential (29 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 Milton Keynes
Mallard House Neurological Care Centre
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