Care Homes in Northumberland
Across Northumberland in North East, 95 CQC-registered care homes provide 3,499 beds for older adults and those with specialist care needs. Quality across Northumberland is strong: 4 homes are rated Outstanding and 78 are rated Good by the CQC. The local offer includes 36 nursing homes and 59 residential homes, with particular strength in dementia and physical disabilities care.
Areas in Northumberland
Specialist Care in Northumberland
All Care Homes
NE24 (12)
NE23 (8)
TD15 (8)
NE45 (3)
NE48 (1)
NE26 (1)
NE64 (3)
NE65 (7)
NE61 (9)
NE47 (2)
NE46 (7)
NE63 (5)
NE66 (6)
NE43 (3)
NE22 (7)
NE42 (3)
NE62 (3)
NE20 (4)
NE25 (1)
Choosing a Care Home in Northumberland
With 95 care homes across Northumberland, families have 82 well-rated options to consider. 10 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 Northumberland — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Northumberland has 4 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Northumberland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Northumberland?
There are 95 CQC-registered care homes in Northumberland with a total of 3,499 beds. They span 21 postcode districts across the North East region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Northumberland have?
Of the 95 care homes in Northumberland: 4 are rated Outstanding, 78 are rated Good, 10 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 3 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Northumberland?
Yes — Northumberland has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (69 homes), Learning Disability Care (21 homes), Mental Health Care (13 homes), Nursing Care (36 homes), Physical Disability Care (38 homes), Residential Care (59 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (17 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Northumberland?
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 Northumberland 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