Care Homes in Plymouth
Plymouth is a local authority in the South West region of England with 88 CQC-registered care homes and 2,270 beds in total. 10 homes have achieved an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission , while 58 are rated Good. 16 homes require improvement. Care homes in Plymouth span 8 postcode districts.
Areas in Plymouth
All Care Homes
PL5 (9)
PL1 (10)
PL3 (19)
PL4 (15)
PL9 (8)
PL2 (6)
PL7 (12)
PL6 (9)
Choosing a Care Home in Plymouth
With 88 care homes across Plymouth, families have 68 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 Plymouth — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Plymouth has 10 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Plymouth.
Nearby Councils
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data