Care Homes in Plymouth: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Plymouth — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Plymouth has 92 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 10 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 61 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Plymouth have access to well-rated care options.
24 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 68 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 48 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 2,443 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Plymouth
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartley Park Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 66 |
| Parkwood House | Outstanding | Nursing | 45 |
| Wisteria House Stoke Limited | Outstanding | Residential | 22 |
| Wisteria House Plymstock Limited | Outstanding | Residential | 20 |
| Brunel House | Outstanding | Residential | 7 |
| Restormel House | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| The Regard Partnership Limited - Restormel Terrace | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| Ryver House | Outstanding | Residential | 3 |
| IOTA Care | Outstanding | Residential | 3 |
| IOTA CARE | Outstanding | Residential | 3 |
| Devonshire House and Lodge | Good | Nursing | 77 |
| Elburton Heights | Good | Nursing | 73 |
| Meadowside and St. Francis | Good | Nursing | 69 |
| Ernstell House | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Furzehatt Residential and Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 62 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Plymouth
Nursing Homes (24)
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 Plymouth →Residential Homes (68)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Plymouth →Dementia Care in Plymouth
48 care homes in Plymouth 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 Plymouth
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 71 homes in Plymouth meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (24 homes) and residential (68 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 Plymouth
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