Care Homes in Kent
There are 496 care homes registered with the CQC in Kent, South East, providing 15,219 beds across a range of residential and nursing settings. CQC inspection data shows 17 Outstanding-rated homes and 356 Good-rated homes, with solid overall care standards. Nursing care is available at 132 homes across Kent, with specialist provision including dementia and learning disabilities.
Areas in Kent
Specialist Care in Kent
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CT15 (4)
CT12 (4)
CT17 (9)
CT9 (23)
TN23 (6)
CT14 (23)
TN12 (8)
CT4 (8)
ME12 (14)
TN13 (11)
ME10 (12)
CT8 (8)
CT16 (19)
CT10 (8)
CT6 (25)
ME13 (6)
CT18 (6)
CT20 (20)
CT2 (7)
TN24 (11)
TN26 (11)
CT19 (11)
CT7 (6)
DA3 (5)
CT21 (15)
TN27 (4)
ME9 (12)
CT5 (12)
TN11 (3)
TN29 (9)
TN28 (12)
ME16 (13)
CT3 (10)
TN2 (8)
DA13 (4)
TN15 (5)
TN4 (8)
TN25 (11)
DA2 (7)
ME15 (8)
TN16 (1)
ME5 (4)
CT1 (8)
TN18 (2)
DA11 (9)
ME14 (10)
CT11 (4)
ME17 (5)
DA4 (2)
TN9 (2)
TN3 (3)
TN17 (4)
TN30 (3)
DA12 (6)
TN1 (5)
DA9 (3)
TN8 (3)
BR8 (2)
ME6 (2)
ME20 (2)
CT13 (1)
DA1 (5)
Choosing a Care Home in Kent
With 496 care homes across Kent, families have 373 well-rated options to consider. 78 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 Kent — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Kent has 17 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Kent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Kent?
There are 496 CQC-registered care homes in Kent with a total of 15,219 beds. They span 66 postcode districts across the South East region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Kent have?
Of the 496 care homes in Kent: 17 are rated Outstanding, 356 are rated Good, 78 Require Improvement, 14 are rated Inadequate, and 31 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Kent?
Yes — Kent has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (227 homes), Learning Disability Care (206 homes), Mental Health Care (90 homes), Nursing Care (132 homes), Physical Disability Care (180 homes), Residential Care (364 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (110 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Kent?
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 Kent 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