Care Homes in Aylesbury: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Aylesbury — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Aylesbury has 35 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 1 is rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 21 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Aylesbury have access to well-rated care options.
14 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 21 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 22 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,253 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Aylesbury
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byron House Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 28 |
| Hampden Hall Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 120 |
| Fremantle Court | Good | Nursing | 90 |
| Lewin House | Good | Nursing | 70 |
| Hillside | Good | Nursing | 68 |
| Bartletts Residential Home | Good | Residential | 62 |
| Chartwell Manor Care Home | Good | Nursing | 61 |
| Stone House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 35 |
| Kent House | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Cherry Tree House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| The Gables Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 18 |
| Pennefather Court | Good | Residential | 14 |
| Reach Wendover Road | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Reach Bierton Road | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Reach Ivy Cottage | Good | Residential | 8 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Aylesbury
Nursing Homes (14)
Qualified nurses on-site 24/7 for residents with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, or conditions requiring regular clinical care.
Browse nursing homes in Aylesbury →Residential Homes (21)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Aylesbury →Dementia Care in Aylesbury
22 care homes in Aylesbury specialise in dementia care. These homes typically offer secure environments, specialist training for staff, and activities designed for people living with dementia.
How to Choose a Care Home in Aylesbury
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 22 homes in Aylesbury meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (14 homes) and residential (21 homes) based on medical needs.
- 3Visit at least 3 homes — Use our visiting checklist to compare homes in person.
- 4Understand the costs — Care home fees in England average £800–£1,200/week. See our funding guide.
- 5Save and compare — Use the shortlist feature on each care home page to save and compare your favourites side by side.
All Care Homes in Aylesbury
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