Best Care Homes in Canterbury
Canterbury has 33 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 826 beds. 1 home has achieved an Outstanding rating — the highest possible CQC grade, including Family Investment (Four) Limited. 24 homes are rated Good. 4 homes require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
When choosing a care home in Canterbury, we recommend shortlisting three to five homes and visiting each in person. Pay attention to the atmosphere, speak with staff and current residents' families, and use our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including NHS Continuing Healthcare and local authority support — is also essential before making a decision.
Canterbury has care homes specialising in dementia care, learning disability care, mental health care and 4 other care types.
Specialist Care in Canterbury
Family Investment (Four) Limited
Bridge House,Greenhills, Barham,Canterbury
Littlebourne House Residential Care Home
2 High Street,Littlebourne,Canterbury
Chaucer House
82 St. Martins Hill,Littlebourne Road,Canterbury
Bridge Haven
Conyngham Lane,Bridge,Canterbury
Willow Tree Lodge
126-128 Old Dover Road,Canterbury
The Old Farm House Residential Home
48 Hollow Lane,Canterbury
The Red House Nursing Home
London Road,Canterbury
Oakfield House
High Street,Wingham,Canterbury
Highland House
Littlebourne Road,Canterbury
Roper House
St. Dunstans Street,Canterbury
Saxon Lodge Residential Home Limited
30 Western Avenue,Bridge,Canterbury
Elizabeth House
68 Island Road,Upstreet,Canterbury
Greenbanks
Greenhills,Barham,Canterbury
The Old Rectory Retirement Home
Lanfranc Gardens,Harbledown,Canterbury
Hamilton's Residential Home
26 Island Road,Upstreet,Canterbury
26a Sussex Avenue
26a Sussex Avenue,Canterbury
Footprints
Stodmarsh Road,Canterbury
Adisham House
Pond Hill,Adisham,Canterbury
Ashford Lodge
Bagham Cross,Chilham,Canterbury
Kingston House
10 The Street,Kingston,Canterbury
Valley House in the Vineyard Limited
Valley House,Elham Valley Vineyard Breach,Canterbury
King Edward House
77-79 New Street,Ash,Canterbury
L'Arche Kent The Rainbow
5 Victoria Road,Canterbury
Canterbury Adult Support Unit
88 Whitstable Road,Canterbury
Smock Acre
Hollow Lane Hoath,Canterbury
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Canterbury?
Canterbury has 33 CQC-registered care homes, with 826 total beds across the city.
What is the average CQC rating in Canterbury?
The average CQC rating for care homes in Canterbury is 3.6 out of 5. 1 homes have achieved Outstanding — the highest possible grade.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Canterbury?
Canterbury has 1 Outstanding-rated care home and 24 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding homes have passed the highest level of CQC inspection.
What types of care are available in Canterbury?
Care homes in Canterbury offer both residential care (personal care without nursing) and nursing care for those with complex medical needs. Specialist care types available include dementia care, learning disability care, mental health care, nursing care.
What are typical care home fees in Canterbury?
Care home fees in Canterbury vary by home type and level of care. Residential care typically ranges from £700–£1,200 per week; nursing care is usually higher. Those with assets below £23,250 may qualify for local authority funding — a care needs and financial assessment is required.
How do I choose the right care home in Canterbury?
Start by identifying the level of care needed (residential, nursing, or specialist). Then check CQC ratings — Outstanding and Good-rated homes meet the highest standards. Visit in person, speak with staff and families of current residents, and use our checklist to compare homes systematically. Read our full guide for step-by-step advice.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data