Best Care Homes in Lancaster
Lancaster has 14 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 535 beds. 13 homes are rated Good. 1 home requires improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
When choosing a care home in Lancaster, 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.
Lancaster has care homes specialising in dementia care, mental health care, nursing care and 3 other care types.
Specialist Care in Lancaster
Laurel Bank
Westbourne Road,Lancaster
Ashton Manor Care Home
Scotforth Road,Lancaster
Hillcroft Nursing Home Carnforth
North Road,Carnforth,Lancaster
Hillcroft Nursing Home Slyne
Throstle Grove,Slyne with Hest,Lancaster
Dolphinlee House Home for Older People
Patterdale Road,Ridge Estate,Lancaster
Hillcroft House Galgate
Chapel Lane,Galgate,Lancaster
Nazareth House - Lancaster
Ashton Road,Lancaster
Hillcroft Nursing Home Caton Green
Caton Green Road,Brookhouse,Lancaster
The Sands Meadows
27 Hest Bank Lane,Hest Bank,Lancaster
Moorside Hall
Wyresdale Road,Lancaster
Hillcroft Nursing Home Lancaster
Westbourne Road,Lancaster
The Thorns Retirement Home
1 Coastal Road,Hestbank,Lancaster
Longcroft
58 Westbourne Road,Lancaster
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Lancaster?
Lancaster has 14 CQC-registered care homes, with 535 total beds across the city.
What is the average CQC rating in Lancaster?
The average CQC rating for care homes in Lancaster is 3.9 out of 5. 0 homes have achieved Outstanding — the highest possible grade.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Lancaster?
Lancaster has 0 Outstanding-rated care homes and 13 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding homes have passed the highest level of CQC inspection.
What types of care are available in Lancaster?
Care homes in Lancaster offer both residential care (personal care without nursing) and nursing care for those with complex medical needs. Specialist care types available include dementia care, mental health care, nursing care, physical disability care.
What are typical care home fees in Lancaster?
Care home fees in Lancaster 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 Lancaster?
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