Care Homes in Shropshire
Across Shropshire in West Midlands, 115 CQC-registered care homes provide 3,735 beds for older adults and those with specialist care needs. Quality across Shropshire is solid: 5 homes are rated Outstanding and 77 are rated Good by the CQC. The local offer includes 37 nursing homes and 78 residential homes, with particular strength in physical disabilities and dementia care.
Areas in Shropshire
Specialist Care in Shropshire
All Care Homes
SY8 (11)
TF9 (9)
SY5 (10)
SY1 (6)
WV7 (2)
SY4 (17)
SY3 (13)
SY2 (8)
SY11 (6)
TF11 (1)
SY6 (4)
TF13 (3)
WV16 (4)
SY9 (3)
SY10 (4)
SY13 (5)
WV15 (4)
Choosing a Care Home in Shropshire
With 115 care homes across Shropshire, families have 82 well-rated options to consider. 21 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 Shropshire — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Shropshire has 5 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Shropshire.
Nearby Councils
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Shropshire?
There are 115 CQC-registered care homes in Shropshire with a total of 3,735 beds. They span 22 postcode districts across the West Midlands region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Shropshire have?
Of the 115 care homes in Shropshire: 5 are rated Outstanding, 77 are rated Good, 21 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 11 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Shropshire?
Yes — Shropshire has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (65 homes), Learning Disability Care (43 homes), Mental Health Care (18 homes), Nursing Care (37 homes), Physical Disability Care (67 homes), Residential Care (78 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (43 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Shropshire?
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 Shropshire 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