Care Homes in Portsmouth: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Portsmouth — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Portsmouth has 33 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 13 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Portsmouth have access to well-rated care options.
5 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 11 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 11 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 541 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Portsmouth
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shearwater | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Hamilton House | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Hartford Court | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Mary Rose Manor | Good | Nursing | 52 |
| St Ronans Nursing and Residential Care Home | Good | Nursing | 46 |
| Harry Sotnick House | Good | Nursing | 46 |
| Alexandra Rose Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 32 |
| Kinross Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Meadow House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Elizabeth House Care Home Adults | Good | Residential | 20 |
| The You Trust - 34-36 Shaftesbury Road | Good | Residential | 13 |
| Royal Mencap Society - 145 Kingsley Road | Good | Residential | 8 |
| 78 Stubbington Lane | Good | Residential | 6 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Portsmouth
Nursing Homes (5)
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 Portsmouth →Residential Homes (11)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Portsmouth →Dementia Care in Portsmouth
11 care homes in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 13 homes in Portsmouth meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (5 homes) and residential (11 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.