Care Homes in Barnsley
Barnsley is a local authority in the Yorkshire & Humberside region of England with 71 CQC-registered care homes and 2,262 beds in total. 5 homes have achieved an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission , while 51 are rated Good. 11 homes require improvement. Care homes in Barnsley span 8 postcode districts.
Areas in Barnsley
Specialist Care in Barnsley
All Care Homes
S73 (12)
S72 (10)
S75 (13)
S70 (16)
S63 (5)
S71 (11)
S74 (3)
Choosing a Care Home in Barnsley
With 71 care homes across Barnsley, families have 56 well-rated options to consider. 11 homes currently require improvement — always read the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
We recommend shortlisting three to five homes, visiting each in person, and using our guide to choosing a care home to compare them systematically. Before committing, it is also worth understanding how care home fees are funded in Barnsley — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Barnsley has 5 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Barnsley.
Nearby Councils
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data