Best Care Homes in Portsmouth
Portsmouth has 33 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 971 beds. 25 homes are rated Good. 8 homes require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
When choosing a care home in Portsmouth, 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.
Portsmouth has care homes specialising in dementia care, learning disability care, mental health care and 4 other care types.
Specialist Care in Portsmouth
Shearwater
Moorings Way,Milton,Portsmouth
Hamilton House
6 Drayton Lane,Portsmouth
Hartford Court
Catherington Place,Portsmouth
Mary Rose Manor
Copnor Road,Portsmouth
Bluebell Nursing Home
45-53 St Ronan's Road,Southsea
St Ronans Nursing and Residential Care Home
23-31 St Ronans Road,Southsea,Portsmouth
Harry Sotnick House
Cranleigh Avenue,Portsmouth
Oakland Grange
10 Merton Road,Southsea
Braemar Care Home
24-26 Wimbledon Park Road,Southsea
Alexandra Rose Residential Care Home
358 Havant Road,Farlington,Portsmouth
Regency Nursing Home
13 St. Helens Parade,Southsea
Home of Comfort Nursing Home
17 Victoria Grove,Southsea
Kinross Residential Care Home
201 Havant Road,Drayton,Portsmouth
St Vincent House - Southsea
St Vincent House,20-21 Clarance Parade,Southsea
Meadow House Residential Home
47 - 51 Stubbington Avenue,North End,Portsmouth
Elizabeth House Care Home Adults
59-61 St. Ronans Road,Southsea,Portsmouth
Clarendon Care Home
64-66 Clarendon Road,Southsea
Seaview Residential Home Limited
67-69 Festing Grove,Southsea
Autumn Vale Rest Home
The Circle,26 Clarendon Road,Southsea
The You Trust - 34-36 Shaftesbury Road
Southsea,Portsmouth
Victoria Lodge
19 Victoria Road North,Southsea
Royal Mencap Society - 145 Kingsley Road
145 Kingsley Road,Portsmouth
Downham Lodge
29 St Edwards Road,Southsea
Albert Lodge
21 Victoria Road North,Southsea
78 Stubbington Lane
78 Stubbington Lane,Stubbington,Portsmouth, Hampshire
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Portsmouth?
Portsmouth has 33 CQC-registered care homes, with 971 total beds across the city.
What is the average CQC rating in Portsmouth?
The average CQC rating for care homes in Portsmouth is 3.5 out of 5. 0 homes have achieved Outstanding — the highest possible grade.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Portsmouth?
Portsmouth has 0 Outstanding-rated care homes and 25 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding homes have passed the highest level of CQC inspection.
What types of care are available in Portsmouth?
Care homes in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?
Care home fees in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?
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