Care Homes in Rochdale: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Rochdale — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Rochdale has 67 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 25 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Rochdale have access to well-rated care options.
8 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 35 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 954 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Rochdale
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mews | Outstanding | Nursing | 60 |
| Healey House | Outstanding | Residential | 10 |
| Springfield Park Nursing Home | Good | Residential | 70 |
| Beechwood Lodge | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Ashbourne Nursing Home | Good | Residential | 43 |
| Fieldhouse Care Home | Good | Residential | 42 |
| Oakland (Rochdale) | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Passmonds House | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Leighton House Retirement Home Limited | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Rakewood House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Hurstead House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Barley View | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Half Acre House | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Belvoir Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 24 |
| The Willows | Good | Residential | 22 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Rochdale
Nursing Homes (8)
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 Rochdale →Residential Homes (35)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Rochdale →Dementia Care in Rochdale
23 care homes in Rochdale 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 Rochdale
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 27 homes in Rochdale meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (8 homes) and residential (35 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 Rochdale
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