Care Homes in Derbyshire
The Derbyshire local authority area in East Midlands has 249 care homes registered with the CQC, with 7,716 beds available in total. 8 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 177 are rated Good, reflecting solid overall care standards across the area. Nursing care is available at 85 homes across Derbyshire, with specialist provision including dementia and physical disabilities.
Areas in Derbyshire
Specialist Care in Derbyshire
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DE56 (11)
DE65 (5)
S44 (9)
SK13 (7)
S40 (13)
DE6 (6)
DE75 (6)
DE55 (19)
DE11 (13)
S43 (16)
DE72 (8)
S80 (6)
SK22 (3)
DE45 (4)
DE12 (4)
DE4 (9)
S41 (17)
DE7 (19)
S21 (5)
NG10 (9)
DE5 (11)
S18 (5)
DE15 (5)
NG16 (4)
S42 (7)
SK17 (10)
S45 (5)
NG20 (4)
SK23 (3)
S8 (2)
SK14 (1)
Choosing a Care Home in Derbyshire
With 249 care homes across Derbyshire, families have 185 well-rated options to consider. 43 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 Derbyshire — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Derbyshire has 8 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Derbyshire.
Nearby Councils
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Derbyshire?
There are 249 CQC-registered care homes in Derbyshire with a total of 7,716 beds. They span 34 postcode districts across the East Midlands region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Derbyshire have?
Of the 249 care homes in Derbyshire: 8 are rated Outstanding, 177 are rated Good, 43 Require Improvement, 2 are rated Inadequate, and 19 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Derbyshire?
Yes — Derbyshire has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (146 homes), Learning Disability Care (84 homes), Mental Health Care (79 homes), Nursing Care (85 homes), Physical Disability Care (112 homes), Residential Care (164 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (72 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Derbyshire?
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 Derbyshire 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