Care Homes in Wakefield
Wakefield is home to 98 CQC-registered care facilities in Yorkshire & Humberside, with a total of 3,030 beds spread across residential and nursing homes. The area has 2 Outstanding-rated homes and 64 Good-rated homes, putting Wakefield among the solid care areas in Yorkshire & Humberside. 19 homes offer nursing care for those with complex medical needs, alongside 79 residential options; specialist support for dementia and physical disabilities is well represented.
Areas in Wakefield
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Choosing a Care Home in Wakefield
With 98 care homes across Wakefield, families have 66 well-rated options to consider. 22 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 Wakefield — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Wakefield has 2 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Wakefield.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Wakefield?
There are 98 CQC-registered care homes in Wakefield with a total of 3,030 beds. They span 12 postcode districts across the Yorkshire & Humberside region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Wakefield have?
Of the 98 care homes in Wakefield: 2 are rated Outstanding, 64 are rated Good, 22 Require Improvement, 1 are rated Inadequate, and 9 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Wakefield?
Yes — Wakefield has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (59 homes), Learning Disability Care (40 homes), Mental Health Care (45 homes), Nursing Care (19 homes), Physical Disability Care (53 homes), Residential Care (79 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (28 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Wakefield?
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 Wakefield 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