Best Care Homes in Newcastle upon Tyne (2026)
74 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashleigh | Outstanding | Residential | 10 |
| Bradbury Wing - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities | Outstanding | Nursing | 20 |
| The Manor House Gosforth | Outstanding | Residential | 61 |
| Melton House | Outstanding | Nursing | 67 |
| Brunswick House | Outstanding | Nursing | 41 |
| Tyne Grange | Outstanding | Nursing | 22 |
| Brooke House | Outstanding | Nursing | 50 |
| Abbeyfield Residential Care Home - Castle Farm | Good | Residential | 24 |
| The Alan Shearer Centre | Good | Nursing | 20 |
| Jubilee Mews | Good | Nursing | 12 |
| Eothen Residential Homes - Gosforth | Good | Residential | 37 |
| Sutherland Court | Good | Residential | 74 |
| Philip Cussins House | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Tyne House | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Wansbeck House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Ferguson Lodge | Good | Residential | 46 |
| Flexible Support Options Limited (Brilan) | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Denecroft Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Enhanced Elderly Care Service - Byker Hall Care Home | Good | Nursing | 95 |
| Cragston Court Rehabilitation Service | Good | Nursing | 20 |
| Whorlton Grange Residential Home | Good | Residential | 51 |
| Craghall Residential Home | Good | Residential | 38 |
| Cranlea | Good | Residential | 39 |
| St Joseph's - Newcastle | Good | Nursing | 58 |
| Kenton Hall Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Rosewood Villa | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Sovereign Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 48 |
| Sovereign Court | Good | Residential | 12 |
| St Stephen's Court | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Kirkwood Court | Good | Residential | 72 |
| Byker Lodge | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Connie Lewcock Resource Centre | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Abbey Court | Good | Nursing | 44 |
| Castle Dene | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Lindisfarne House | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Fleming Court | Good | Residential | 69 |
| Pembroke Lodge | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Waverley Lodge | Good | Nursing | 45 |
| Ashton Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 42 |
| Allan Court | Good | Nursing | 62 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Newcastle upon Tyne
With 74 care homes in Newcastle upon Tyne, families have 57 well-rated options to choose from. 8 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 40 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 34 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.
Newcastle upon Tyne care homes offer specialist support for nursing care, dementia care, residential care, physical disability care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Newcastle upon Tyne has 74 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 2,655 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Newcastle upon Tyne has 7 Outstanding-rated care homes and 50 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?
Newcastle upon Tyne has 40 nursing care homes and 34 residential homes, including 39 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include nursing care, dementia care, residential care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Newcastle upon Tyne?
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 Newcastle upon Tyne?
Newcastle upon Tyne 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.