Care Homes in Wellingborough: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Wellingborough — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Wellingborough has 34 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 3 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 24 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Wellingborough have access to well-rated care options.
8 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 26 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 23 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 942 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Wellingborough
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irchester 170 | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| Irchester 168 | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| Addington Road | Outstanding | Residential | 2 |
| Midland Care Home | Good | Nursing | 66 |
| Glenvale Park Care Home | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Kenroyal Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Duke's Court Care Home | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Meadow View Care Home | Good | Nursing | 53 |
| Avonfield Neurological Centre | Good | Nursing | 48 |
| Bilton Court | Good | Residential | 47 |
| Lancum House | Good | Residential | 43 |
| Acacia Lodge Care Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Ashfield House - Raunds | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Raunds Lodge Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 33 |
| Highmead House | Good | Residential | 32 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Wellingborough
Nursing Homes (8)
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 Wellingborough →Residential Homes (26)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Wellingborough →Dementia Care in Wellingborough
23 care homes in Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 27 homes in Wellingborough meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (8 homes) and residential (26 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 Wellingborough
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