Best Care Homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (2026)
135 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queensmount Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 49 |
| Canford Chase | Outstanding | Nursing | 55 |
| The Moorings | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| The Links | Outstanding | Nursing | 68 |
| Aucklands Care | Outstanding | Residential | 10 |
| Burwood Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 58 |
| Acorn Luxury Care Limited | Good | Residential | 13 |
| Southmead Rest Home | Good | Residential | 16 |
| Acorn Lodge - Bournemouth | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Upton Bay Care Home | Good | Residential | 68 |
| Highview Residential Home | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Homefield Grange | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Silverways Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 61 |
| Avondene Care Home | Good | Residential | 11 |
| Ventana Homes Limited | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Primrose Lodge Southbourne | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Portelet House Care Home | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Portelet Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 23 |
| Linkfield Court (Bournemouth) Limited | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Long Close Retirement Home | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Park Lodge Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 17 |
| White Lodge & St Helens | Good | Residential | 55 |
| Kingland House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 44 |
| Blue Roof Bungalow Care Home | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Talbot Woods Lodge | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Dorset House | Good | Residential | 52 |
| Elizabeth House | Good | Residential | 43 |
| Talbot View | Good | Residential | 59 |
| Lyndale | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Seacliff Care Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Apple House | Good | Residential | 4 |
| The Evergreens | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Highcliffe Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 62 |
| Glenhurst Manor | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Regency Manor Care Home | Good | Residential | 69 |
| Florence Road | Good | Nursing | 43 |
| Kingsman House Care Home | Good | Residential | 73 |
| Avon Reach | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Avon Cliff | Good | Nursing | 52 |
| Clifton House | Good | Residential | 23 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
With 135 care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, families have 126 well-rated options to choose from. 3 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 34 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 101 residential homes.
We recommend shortlisting 3–5 homes, visiting each in person, and using our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Pay attention to staffing levels, the atmosphere on the day, and how staff interact with residents. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare — is also essential before making a decision.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has 135 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 4,521 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has 6 Outstanding-rated care homes and 120 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding is the highest possible CQC grade and means inspectors found exceptional, person-centred care.
What types of care are available in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has 34 nursing care homes and 101 residential homes, including 69 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, physical disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Start with the CQC rating — Outstanding and Good-rated homes have passed independent inspections. Then visit in person: speak with staff and current residents' families, ask about staffing levels, activities, and how they handle changing health needs. Our choosing guide walks you through each step.
How are care home fees funded in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council will carry out a care needs and financial assessment for those seeking local authority funding. Anyone with assets above £23,250 typically funds their own care. NHS Continuing Healthcare is available for complex medical needs. See our funding guide for full details.