Best Care Homes in West Sussex (2026)
340 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heaton House Residential Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 14 |
| Valerie Manor | Outstanding | Nursing | 23 |
| Melrose Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 26 |
| Red Oaks | Outstanding | Nursing | 64 |
| Westall House | Outstanding | Residential | 33 |
| Nyton House | Outstanding | Residential | 34 |
| Woodlands Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 33 |
| Maplehurst Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 38 |
| Wellcross Grange Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 45 |
| Greensleeves Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 34 |
| Crawford Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 11 |
| 128 Beech Hill | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| Homelands | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Crossways Healthcare Limited | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Heathfield (Horsham) Limited | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Ferndale Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 28 |
| Cornwell House, Beehive Care | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Sussex Grange Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Fairlight Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 62 |
| Camelot Nursing and Residential Care Home | Good | Nursing | 36 |
| Bradfield House | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Walcott House | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Spencer Place | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Mewsbrook House | Good | Nursing | 50 |
| Sutton Court | Good | Residential | 10 |
| 19 Stone Lane | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Rosedale Care Home | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Barnham Manor | Good | Nursing | 33 |
| Henson Court | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Scotch Dyke Residential Home | Good | Residential | 25 |
| Arun Lodge Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Stanbridge House | Good | Residential | 27 |
| St Michaels Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 35 |
| Terrys Cross House | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Autumn Lodge - Bognor Regis | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Oakland Court | Good | Residential | 37 |
| Byway House | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Warwick House | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Birchwood Grove | Good | Nursing | 27 |
| Baytrees | Good | Residential | 10 |
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Choosing a Care Home in West Sussex
With 340 care homes in West Sussex, families have 263 well-rated options to choose from. 51 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 120 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 220 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.
West Sussex care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, nursing 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 West Sussex?
West Sussex has 340 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 10,930 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in West Sussex?
West Sussex has 12 Outstanding-rated care homes and 251 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 West Sussex?
West Sussex has 120 nursing care homes and 220 residential homes, including 176 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, nursing care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in West Sussex?
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 West Sussex?
West Sussex 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.