Care Homes in Stoke-on-Trent: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Stoke-on-Trent — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Stoke-on-Trent has 103 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 85 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Stoke-on-Trent have access to well-rated care options.
36 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 93 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 80 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 3,836 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Stoke-on-Trent
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davlyn House | Outstanding | Residential | 29 |
| Park View | Outstanding | Residential | 12 |
| Adderley Green Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 135 |
| Goldenpark Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 101 |
| Trentham House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 95 |
| Twyford House | Good | Nursing | 70 |
| Church Terrace Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 65 |
| Maple Tree Court | Good | Residential | 64 |
| Lawton Rise Care Home | Good | Nursing | 62 |
| Hanford Court Care Home | Good | Residential | 61 |
| Scotia Heights | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Lawton Manor Care Home | Good | Nursing | 56 |
| Westfield Lodge Care Home | Good | Nursing | 54 |
| Orsett House Retirement Home | Good | Residential | 49 |
| Park Lane Care Home | Good | Nursing | 48 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Stoke-on-Trent
Nursing Homes (36)
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 Stoke-on-Trent →Residential Homes (93)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Stoke-on-Trent →Dementia Care in Stoke-on-Trent
80 care homes in Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 87 homes in Stoke-on-Trent meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (36 homes) and residential (93 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 Stoke-on-Trent
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