Best Care Homes in Shropshire (2026)
115 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
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Choosing a Care Home in Shropshire
With 115 care homes in Shropshire, families have 82 well-rated options to choose from. 21 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 37 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 78 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.
Shropshire care homes offer specialist support for residential care, physical disability care, dementia care, learning 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 Shropshire?
Shropshire has 115 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 3,735 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Shropshire?
Shropshire has 5 Outstanding-rated care homes and 77 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 Shropshire?
Shropshire has 37 nursing care homes and 78 residential homes, including 65 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, physical disability care, dementia care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Shropshire?
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 Shropshire?
Shropshire 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.