Best Care Homes in Somerset (2026)
197 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
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Choosing a Care Home in Somerset
With 197 care homes in Somerset, families have 168 well-rated options to choose from. 19 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 57 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 140 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.
Somerset care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, learning disability 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 Somerset?
Somerset has 197 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 6,278 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Somerset?
Somerset has 8 Outstanding-rated care homes and 160 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 Somerset?
Somerset has 57 nursing care homes and 140 residential homes, including 102 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, learning disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Somerset?
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 Somerset?
Somerset 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.