Care Homes in Worcestershire
The Worcestershire local authority area in West Midlands has 177 care homes registered with the CQC, with 6,520 beds available in total. 7 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 123 are rated Good, reflecting solid overall care standards across the area. Nursing care is available at 66 homes across Worcestershire, with specialist provision including dementia and physical disabilities.
Areas in Worcestershire
Specialist Care in Worcestershire
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DY14 (1)
WR11 (13)
B60 (5)
WR5 (8)
B97 (11)
WR2 (13)
DY10 (17)
WR9 (12)
DY12 (2)
B61 (10)
WR14 (17)
B48 (6)
DY9 (8)
WR10 (5)
WR3 (6)
DY11 (10)
DY13 (7)
WR8 (4)
WR13 (4)
B62 (2)
B38 (5)
B47 (3)
B98 (1)
B45 (2)
WR15 (1)
Choosing a Care Home in Worcestershire
With 177 care homes across Worcestershire, families have 130 well-rated options to consider. 28 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 Worcestershire — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Worcestershire has 7 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Worcestershire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Worcestershire?
There are 177 CQC-registered care homes in Worcestershire with a total of 6,520 beds. They span 29 postcode districts across the West Midlands region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Worcestershire have?
Of the 177 care homes in Worcestershire: 7 are rated Outstanding, 123 are rated Good, 28 Require Improvement, 3 are rated Inadequate, and 16 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Worcestershire?
Yes — Worcestershire has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (126 homes), Learning Disability Care (47 homes), Mental Health Care (48 homes), Nursing Care (66 homes), Physical Disability Care (103 homes), Residential Care (111 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (60 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Worcestershire?
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 Worcestershire 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