Care Homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in South West, 135 CQC-registered care homes provide 4,521 beds for older adults and those with specialist care needs. Quality across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is excellent: 6 homes are rated Outstanding and 120 are rated Good by the CQC. The local offer includes 34 nursing homes and 101 residential homes, with particular strength in dementia and physical disabilities care.
Areas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Specialist Care in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
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BH8 (16)
BH13 (8)
BH12 (10)
BH18 (9)
BH6 (20)
BH3 (8)
BH15 (6)
BH23 (14)
BH5 (9)
BH1 (4)
BH10 (2)
BH4 (8)
BH14 (8)
BH2 (3)
BH7 (1)
BH17 (2)
BH11 (4)
BH21 (2)
Choosing a Care Home in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
With 135 care homes across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, families have 126 well-rated options to consider. 3 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has 6 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
There are 135 CQC-registered care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole with a total of 4,521 beds. They span 19 postcode districts across the South West region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have?
Of the 135 care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: 6 are rated Outstanding, 120 are rated Good, 3 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 5 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Yes — Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (69 homes), Learning Disability Care (47 homes), Mental Health Care (35 homes), Nursing Care (34 homes), Physical Disability Care (59 homes), Residential Care (101 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (34 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Start by shortlisting three to five homes based on CQC rating, location, and specialist needs. Visit each in person and check the latest CQC inspection report on carehome.page. Contact Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council to understand funding contributions — the local authority may cover part of the cost depending on financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data