Care Homes in Shrewsbury: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Shrewsbury — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Shrewsbury has 54 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 36 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Shrewsbury have access to well-rated care options.
14 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 40 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 24 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,520 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Shrewsbury
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welwyn | Outstanding | Residential | 7 |
| Church View | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| Montgomery House | Good | Nursing | 90 |
| Isle Court Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 82 |
| The Uplands at Oxon | Good | Nursing | 81 |
| Ottley House | Good | Nursing | 72 |
| Radbrook Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 63 |
| The Mount & Severn View | Good | Nursing | 58 |
| Holy Cross Care Homes Limited | Good | Residential | 57 |
| The Vicarage Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 52 |
| Landona House | Good | Residential | 45 |
| River Meadows Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 44 |
| Briarfields | Good | Residential | 43 |
| Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 43 |
| Portland House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 33 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Shrewsbury
Nursing Homes (14)
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 Shrewsbury →Residential Homes (40)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Shrewsbury →Dementia Care in Shrewsbury
24 care homes in Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 38 homes in Shrewsbury meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (14 homes) and residential (40 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 Shrewsbury
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