Care Homes in Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire is home to 197 CQC-registered care facilities in South West, with a total of 5,962 beds spread across residential and nursing homes. The area has 12 Outstanding-rated homes and 151 Good-rated homes, putting Gloucestershire among the strong care areas in South West. 70 homes offer nursing care for those with complex medical needs, alongside 127 residential options; specialist support for dementia and physical disabilities is well represented.
Areas in Gloucestershire
Specialist Care in Gloucestershire
All Care Homes
GL17 (7)
GL53 (7)
GL52 (6)
GL51 (17)
GL4 (17)
GL1 (19)
GL50 (10)
GL5 (9)
GL11 (5)
GL15 (7)
GL2 (20)
GL6 (16)
GL16 (4)
GL14 (11)
GL7 (8)
GL10 (5)
GL20 (4)
GL3 (4)
GL19 (4)
GL8 (2)
GL54 (4)
GL55 (3)
NP16 (2)
GL56 (2)
Choosing a Care Home in Gloucestershire
With 197 care homes across Gloucestershire, families have 163 well-rated options to consider. 23 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 Gloucestershire — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Gloucestershire has 12 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Gloucestershire.
Nearby Councils
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Gloucestershire?
There are 197 CQC-registered care homes in Gloucestershire with a total of 5,962 beds. They span 27 postcode districts across the South West region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Gloucestershire have?
Of the 197 care homes in Gloucestershire: 12 are rated Outstanding, 151 are rated Good, 23 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 11 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Gloucestershire?
Yes — Gloucestershire has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (101 homes), Learning Disability Care (81 homes), Mental Health Care (54 homes), Nursing Care (70 homes), Physical Disability Care (85 homes), Residential Care (127 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (49 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Gloucestershire?
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 Gloucestershire 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