Best Care Homes in Manchester (2026)
84 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary & Joseph House | Outstanding | Residential | 41 |
| St Joseph's - Manchester | Outstanding | Nursing | 45 |
| Moston Grange Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 64 |
| Lightbowne Hall | Good | Residential | 52 |
| Ashley House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Number 9 Anson | Good | Nursing | 20 |
| Eachstep Blackley | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| SignHealth Claridge Road | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Oakbank Care Home | Good | Nursing | 55 |
| Richmond Care | Good | Nursing | 27 |
| Doves Nest Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Norlands Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 21 |
| Holmfield Care | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Yorklea Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 35 |
| Israel Sieff Court | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Wellington Lodge | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Beyer Lodge Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 16 |
| Brownlow House | Good | Residential | 31 |
| Downing House | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Wellfield House | Good | Residential | 23 |
| Abbotsford Care Home - Manchester | Good | Residential | 44 |
| Brocklehurst Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 43 |
| The Royal Elms Care Home | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Allendale Residential Home Limited | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Rowsley House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| St. Euphrasia's Care Home | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Blackley Premier Care | Good | Residential | 18 |
| 463 | Good | Nursing | 7 |
| Polonia Residential Home | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Next Steps Mental Health Levensulme | Good | Nursing | 5 |
| Belong Morris Feinmann | Good | Nursing | 74 |
| 92 Carlton Road | Good | Residential | 6 |
| 7 Fairmile Drive | Good | Residential | 3 |
| Parkview Care Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Next Steps | Good | Nursing | 4 |
| Acacia Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Brookdale View | Good | Nursing | 48 |
| Rapid Review & Resettlement | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Albert Road | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Grange Ave | Good | Nursing | 5 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Manchester
With 84 care homes in Manchester, families have 60 well-rated options to choose from. 13 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 38 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 46 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 Manchester?
Manchester has 84 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 2,343 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Manchester?
Manchester has 3 Outstanding-rated care homes and 57 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 Manchester?
Manchester has 38 nursing care homes and 46 residential homes, including 35 specialising in dementia care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Manchester?
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 Manchester?
Manchester 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.