Care Homes in Leicester
Leicester has 101 CQC-registered care homes across East Midlands, offering 2,818 beds for residents needing residential or nursing support. 1 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 72 are rated Good, reflecting solid overall care standards across the area. The local offer includes 14 nursing homes and 87 residential homes, with particular strength in mental health conditions and dementia care.
Areas in Leicester
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LE4 (12)
LE5 (24)
LE2 (43)
LE3 (22)
Choosing a Care Home in Leicester
With 101 care homes across Leicester, families have 73 well-rated options to consider. 20 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 Leicester — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Leicester has 1 Outstanding-rated home — see the full comparison of best care homes in Leicester.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Leicester?
There are 101 CQC-registered care homes in Leicester with a total of 2,818 beds. They span 4 postcode districts across the East Midlands region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Leicester have?
Of the 101 care homes in Leicester: 1 are rated Outstanding, 72 are rated Good, 20 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 8 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose a care home in Leicester?
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 Leicester 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