Care Homes in Norwich: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Norwich — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Norwich has 134 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 9 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 77 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Norwich have access to well-rated care options.
24 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 110 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 73 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 4,178 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Norwich
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John's House | Outstanding | Residential | 60 |
| Hassingham House Care Centre | Outstanding | Nursing | 46 |
| The Beeches | Outstanding | Residential | 46 |
| Badgers Wood | Outstanding | Residential | 37 |
| Chiswick House | Outstanding | Residential | 32 |
| Highwater House | Outstanding | Residential | 22 |
| Munhaven | Outstanding | Residential | 20 |
| Cascade (Charlton House) | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| New Boundaries Group - 331 Fakenham Road | Outstanding | Residential | 5 |
| St Michaels Court | Good | Nursing | 89 |
| Cavell Court | Good | Residential | 80 |
| Ivy Court | Good | Nursing | 71 |
| Brooklands Nursing & Residential Home | Good | Nursing | 70 |
| The Mayfields Care Home | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Woodside House | Good | Nursing | 58 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Norwich
Nursing Homes (24)
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 Norwich →Residential Homes (110)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Norwich →Dementia Care in Norwich
73 care homes in Norwich 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 Norwich
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 86 homes in Norwich meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (24 homes) and residential (110 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 Norwich
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