Care Homes in Gateshead
Gateshead is a local authority in the North East region of England with 50 CQC-registered care homes and 2,079 beds in total. 3 homes have achieved an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission , while 41 are rated Good. 3 homes require improvement. Care homes in Gateshead span 9 postcode districts.
Areas in Gateshead
Specialist Care in Gateshead
All Care Homes
NE21 (5)
NE16 (4)
NE9 (12)
DH3 (6)
NE40 (3)
NE8 (11)
NE11 (3)
NE10 (5)
Choosing a Care Home in Gateshead
With 50 care homes across Gateshead, families have 44 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 Gateshead — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Gateshead has 3 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Gateshead.
Nearby Councils
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data