Care Homes in Manchester
Manchester is home to 84 CQC-registered care facilities in North West, with a total of 2,343 beds spread across residential and nursing homes. The area has 3 Outstanding-rated homes and 57 Good-rated homes, putting Manchester among the solid care areas in North West. 38 homes offer nursing care for those with complex medical needs, alongside 46 residential options; specialist support for dementia and mental health conditions is well represented.
Areas in Manchester
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M12 (3)
M13 (3)
M40 (12)
M20 (12)
M14 (6)
M9 (13)
M21 (2)
M8 (5)
M18 (5)
M11 (2)
M16 (8)
M19 (4)
M23 (6)
Choosing a Care Home in Manchester
With 84 care homes across Manchester, families have 60 well-rated options to consider. 13 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 Manchester — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Manchester has 3 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Manchester.
Nearby Councils
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Manchester?
There are 84 CQC-registered care homes in Manchester with a total of 2,343 beds. They span 14 postcode districts across the North West region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Manchester have?
Of the 84 care homes in Manchester: 3 are rated Outstanding, 57 are rated Good, 13 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 10 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose a care home in Manchester?
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 Manchester 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