Care Homes in Kirklees
Kirklees has 127 CQC-registered care homes across Yorkshire & Humberside, offering 3,476 beds for residents needing residential or nursing support. 3 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 90 are rated Good, reflecting solid overall care standards across the area. The local offer includes 32 nursing homes and 95 residential homes, with particular strength in dementia and learning disabilities care.
Areas in Kirklees
Specialist Care in Kirklees
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HD1 (17)
BD19 (5)
WF13 (12)
HD5 (8)
HD9 (7)
HD8 (10)
HD7 (3)
HD2 (13)
WF16 (5)
BD11 (2)
HD3 (14)
WF12 (6)
WF14 (9)
HD4 (4)
WF17 (5)
WF15 (6)
Choosing a Care Home in Kirklees
With 127 care homes across Kirklees, families have 93 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 Kirklees — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Kirklees has 3 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Kirklees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Kirklees?
There are 127 CQC-registered care homes in Kirklees with a total of 3,476 beds. They span 17 postcode districts across the Yorkshire & Humberside region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Kirklees have?
Of the 127 care homes in Kirklees: 3 are rated Outstanding, 90 are rated Good, 23 Require Improvement, 5 are rated Inadequate, and 6 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Kirklees?
Yes — Kirklees has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (55 homes), Learning Disability Care (53 homes), Mental Health Care (32 homes), Nursing Care (32 homes), Physical Disability Care (52 homes), Residential Care (95 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (30 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Kirklees?
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 Kirklees 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