Care Homes in Tameside
Tameside is home to 35 CQC-registered care facilities in North West, with a total of 1,415 beds spread across residential and nursing homes. The area has 1 Outstanding-rated homes and 23 Good-rated homes, putting Tameside among the solid care areas in North West. 9 homes offer nursing care for those with complex medical needs, alongside 26 residential options; specialist support for dementia and physical disabilities is well represented.
Areas in Tameside
Specialist Care in Tameside
All Care Homes
M34 (6)
SK14 (8)
OL7 (3)
SK15 (6)
SK16 (4)
OL6 (5)
Choosing a Care Home in Tameside
With 35 care homes across Tameside, families have 24 well-rated options to consider. 10 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 Tameside — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Tameside has 1 Outstanding-rated home — see the full comparison of best care homes in Tameside.
Nearby Councils
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Tameside?
There are 35 CQC-registered care homes in Tameside with a total of 1,415 beds. They span 8 postcode districts across the North West region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Tameside have?
Of the 35 care homes in Tameside: 1 are rated Outstanding, 23 are rated Good, 10 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 0 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Tameside?
Yes — Tameside has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (30 homes), Mental Health Care (9 homes), Nursing Care (9 homes), Physical Disability Care (20 homes), Residential Care (26 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (12 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Tameside?
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 Tameside 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