Care Homes in North Northamptonshire
Across North Northamptonshire in East Midlands, 114 CQC-registered care homes provide 3,308 beds for older adults and those with specialist care needs. Quality across North Northamptonshire is strong: 9 homes are rated Outstanding and 83 are rated Good by the CQC. The local offer includes 25 nursing homes and 89 residential homes, with particular strength in dementia and physical disabilities care.
Areas in North Northamptonshire
Specialist Care in North Northamptonshire
All Care Homes
NN16 (20)
NN9 (11)
NN29 (5)
NN17 (13)
NN10 (15)
NN8 (19)
NN18 (4)
NN15 (12)
LE16 (1)
NN14 (11)
PE8 (2)
Choosing a Care Home in North Northamptonshire
With 114 care homes across North Northamptonshire, families have 92 well-rated options to consider. 16 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 North Northamptonshire — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
North Northamptonshire has 9 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in North Northamptonshire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in North Northamptonshire?
There are 114 CQC-registered care homes in North Northamptonshire with a total of 3,308 beds. They span 12 postcode districts across the East Midlands region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in North Northamptonshire have?
Of the 114 care homes in North Northamptonshire: 9 are rated Outstanding, 83 are rated Good, 16 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 6 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in North Northamptonshire?
Yes — North Northamptonshire has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (64 homes), Learning Disability Care (46 homes), Mental Health Care (41 homes), Nursing Care (25 homes), Physical Disability Care (53 homes), Residential Care (89 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (25 homes).
How do I choose a care home in North Northamptonshire?
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 North Northamptonshire 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