Care Homes in North Yorkshire
There are 203 care homes registered with the CQC in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire & Humberside, providing 6,979 beds across a range of residential and nursing settings. CQC inspection data shows 8 Outstanding-rated homes and 158 Good-rated homes, with strong overall care standards. Nursing care is available at 64 homes across North Yorkshire, with specialist provision including dementia and physical disabilities.
Areas in North Yorkshire
Specialist Care in North Yorkshire
All Care Homes
DL8 (5)
YO26 (4)
HG1 (20)
YO12 (19)
YO21 (10)
HG3 (4)
HG2 (19)
BD20 (6)
HG4 (10)
BD23 (10)
DL9 (3)
YO8 (16)
YO7 (4)
YO61 (4)
HG5 (5)
BD24 (2)
LA6 (2)
DN14 (4)
DL7 (6)
DL10 (5)
YO22 (3)
YO14 (5)
YO18 (5)
DL6 (2)
YO11 (12)
YO17 (5)
BD22 (1)
LS25 (2)
YO51 (4)
Choosing a Care Home in North Yorkshire
With 203 care homes across North Yorkshire, families have 166 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 North Yorkshire — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
North Yorkshire has 8 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in North Yorkshire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in North Yorkshire?
There are 203 CQC-registered care homes in North Yorkshire with a total of 6,979 beds. They span 35 postcode districts across the Yorkshire & Humberside region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in North Yorkshire have?
Of the 203 care homes in North Yorkshire: 8 are rated Outstanding, 158 are rated Good, 23 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 13 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in North Yorkshire?
Yes — North Yorkshire has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (120 homes), Learning Disability Care (62 homes), Mental Health Care (50 homes), Nursing Care (64 homes), Physical Disability Care (91 homes), Residential Care (139 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (47 homes).
How do I choose a care home in North Yorkshire?
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 Yorkshire 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