Care Homes in Herefordshire, County of
The Herefordshire, County of local authority area in West Midlands has 86 care homes registered with the CQC, with 2,194 beds available in total. 5 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 62 are rated Good, reflecting strong overall care standards across the area. Nursing care is available at 30 homes across Herefordshire, County of, with specialist provision including dementia and physical disabilities.
Areas in Herefordshire, County of
Specialist Care in Herefordshire, County of
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HR7 (7)
HR2 (7)
HR9 (12)
HR1 (22)
HR6 (9)
HR8 (10)
HR4 (10)
HR5 (4)
SY8 (1)
NP25 (2)
Choosing a Care Home in Herefordshire, County of
With 86 care homes across Herefordshire, County of, families have 67 well-rated options to consider. 15 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 Herefordshire, County of — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Herefordshire, County of has 5 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Herefordshire, County of.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Herefordshire, County of?
There are 86 CQC-registered care homes in Herefordshire, County of with a total of 2,194 beds. They span 11 postcode districts across the West Midlands region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Herefordshire, County of have?
Of the 86 care homes in Herefordshire, County of: 5 are rated Outstanding, 62 are rated Good, 15 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 3 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Herefordshire, County of?
Yes — Herefordshire, County of has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (47 homes), Learning Disability Care (37 homes), Mental Health Care (25 homes), Nursing Care (30 homes), Physical Disability Care (47 homes), Residential Care (56 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (21 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Herefordshire, County of?
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 Herefordshire, County of 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