Care Homes in Oxfordshire
Across Oxfordshire in South East, 146 CQC-registered care homes provide 6,805 beds for older adults and those with specialist care needs. Quality across Oxfordshire is strong: 11 homes are rated Outstanding and 101 are rated Good by the CQC. The local offer includes 87 nursing homes and 59 residential homes, with particular strength in dementia and physical disabilities care.
Areas in Oxfordshire
Specialist Care in Oxfordshire
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SN7 (3)
OX14 (7)
OX27 (2)
OX18 (6)
OX49 (1)
RG4 (4)
OX16 (10)
OX29 (5)
OX15 (5)
RG8 (3)
OX10 (6)
RG9 (9)
OX12 (10)
OX3 (7)
OX5 (5)
OX7 (9)
OX2 (11)
OX11 (6)
OX17 (4)
OX28 (9)
OX9 (3)
OX20 (1)
OX4 (8)
OX1 (3)
OX25 (1)
OX26 (3)
OX13 (2)
Choosing a Care Home in Oxfordshire
With 146 care homes across Oxfordshire, families have 112 well-rated options to consider. 15 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 Oxfordshire — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Oxfordshire has 11 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Oxfordshire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Oxfordshire?
There are 146 CQC-registered care homes in Oxfordshire with a total of 6,805 beds. They span 29 postcode districts across the South East region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Oxfordshire have?
Of the 146 care homes in Oxfordshire: 11 are rated Outstanding, 101 are rated Good, 15 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 18 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Oxfordshire?
Yes — Oxfordshire has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (121 homes), Learning Disability Care (21 homes), Mental Health Care (33 homes), Nursing Care (87 homes), Physical Disability Care (64 homes), Residential Care (59 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (38 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Oxfordshire?
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 Oxfordshire 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