Care Homes in Stockport
The Stockport local authority area in North West has 66 care homes registered with the CQC, with 2,613 beds available in total. 1 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 43 are rated Good, reflecting solid overall care standards across the area. Nursing care is available at 20 homes across Stockport, with specialist provision including dementia and physical disabilities.
Areas in Stockport
Specialist Care in Stockport
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SK4 (9)
SK5 (4)
SK3 (11)
SK8 (10)
SK7 (12)
SK2 (4)
SK6 (13)
Choosing a Care Home in Stockport
With 66 care homes across Stockport, families have 44 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 Stockport — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Stockport has 1 Outstanding-rated home — see the full comparison of best care homes in Stockport.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Stockport?
There are 66 CQC-registered care homes in Stockport with a total of 2,613 beds. They span 9 postcode districts across the North West region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Stockport have?
Of the 66 care homes in Stockport: 1 are rated Outstanding, 43 are rated Good, 16 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 6 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Stockport?
Yes — Stockport has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (42 homes), Learning Disability Care (9 homes), Mental Health Care (17 homes), Nursing Care (20 homes), Physical Disability Care (25 homes), Residential Care (46 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (12 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Stockport?
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 Stockport 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