Care Homes in St. Helens
Across St. Helens in North West, 41 CQC-registered care homes provide 1,411 beds for older adults and those with specialist care needs. Quality across St. Helens is strong: 1 homes are rated Outstanding and 32 are rated Good by the CQC. The local offer includes 14 nursing homes and 27 residential homes, with particular strength in dementia and physical disabilities care.
Areas in St. Helens
Specialist Care in St. Helens
All Care Homes
WA9 (14)
WA10 (9)
WA12 (4)
WA11 (6)
L35 (6)
Choosing a Care Home in St. Helens
With 41 care homes across St. Helens, families have 33 well-rated options to consider. 2 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 St. Helens — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
St. Helens has 1 Outstanding-rated home — see the full comparison of best care homes in St. Helens.
Nearby Councils
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in St. Helens?
There are 41 CQC-registered care homes in St. Helens with a total of 1,411 beds. They span 7 postcode districts across the North West region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in St. Helens have?
Of the 41 care homes in St. Helens: 1 are rated Outstanding, 32 are rated Good, 2 Require Improvement, 2 are rated Inadequate, and 4 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in St. Helens?
Yes — St. Helens has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (20 homes), Learning Disability Care (6 homes), Mental Health Care (9 homes), Nursing Care (14 homes), Physical Disability Care (16 homes), Residential Care (27 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (3 homes).
How do I choose a care home in St. Helens?
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 St. Helens 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