Care Homes in Leicester
Leicester is a local authority in the East Midlands region of England with 101 CQC-registered care homes and 2,818 beds in total. 1 home has achieved an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission , while 72 are rated Good. 20 homes require improvement. Care homes in Leicester span 4 postcode districts.
Areas in Leicester
All Care Homes
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.
Nearby Councils
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data