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LEICESTER SPECIALIST

Expert Analysis of 150 Leicester Care Homes

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See if quality is improving or declining
Check if you qualify for NHS or council funding
Analysis from official sources
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Three steps to a shortlist from 150 Leicester care homes.

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1. Tell us what matters

Care needs, location preferences, and budget.

Leicester Care Home Market

Key figures for the local care home market, drawn from CQC, FSA and Companies House data

150
Care Homes Analysed

Across Leicester and surrounding areas

80%
Rated Good or Outstanding

Based on CQC inspection reports

Care Standards in Leicester

Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 150 homes

Specialist Care Coverage

  • 92 (61%)

    Physical Disability

  • 91 (61%)

LOCAL INFORMATION

Care Homes by Leicester Area

Care homes across Leicester's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location

5 nursing homes

Leicester 022

One of Leicester's most well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

46 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,409

Why families in Leicester use RightCareHome

Independent analysis that puts your family first

Without independent analysis

  • 150 homes to compare manually
  • Outdated directory data from years ago
  • Commission-driven recommendations
  • Hidden quality and safety issues

What Your Report Includes

Every report analyses 5 care homes across 15 official data sources

Professional Report
Surrey, March 2026
AI Executive Summary
HomeMatchCQCPrice/wk
92%Outstanding
87%Good
74%Good

Match Profile

CareSafetyValueLocationStaff

Funding Summary

LA Rate
NHS CHC
Top-up Gap
Annual Cost

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Leicester

Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.

How many care homes are in Leicester?

Leicester has 150 registered care homes (20 nursing, 130 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.

What is the average cost of a care home in Leicester?

Weekly costs in Leicester range from £880 to £2,398. The average is £1,292/week. Nursing care averages £1,425/week while residential care averages £1,272/week. Prices vary significantly by area — Leicester 004 averages £1,310/week while Blaby 010 is £1,028/week.

Which Leicester areas have the best care homes?

Leicester 004, Blaby 010, LE8 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. Leicester 004 leads with 88% of homes meeting this standard.

How many dementia care homes are in Leicester?

91 homes offer specialist dementia care in Leicester, representing 61% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.

Are there mental health care homes in Leicester?

87 homes in Leicester specialise in mental health support, covering 58% of the local market.

Data sources: CQC, Companies House, Food Standards Agency. Last reviewed March 2026.

When you're ready to find the right care home in Leicester

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CQC history, financial stability, staff indicators, safety data and local funding context.

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3 Strategic MatchesSafe Bet · Best Reputation · Smart Value — each matched to your priorities
Well-being Index ScoreUnique area happiness rating 0–100
Funding Eligibility CheckNHS CHC, Council & DPA probability
Local Area AnalysisMap + demographics for your postcode
7-Day Action PlanWeek-by-week roadmap with milestones
Expert ChecklistsVisit prep + telephone enquiry scripts

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£1,425
Nursing Care Average

Range £1,079–£1,705 across Leicester

£1,272
Residential Care Average

Range £880–£2,398 across Leicester

29%
On Improving Trajectory

Homes trending upward based on recent CQC inspections

92%
Without Registered Manager

138 homes currently lack a registered manager

CQC Rating Breakdown

3 Outstanding112 Good28 Requires Improvement

CQC Quality by Domain

Average scores across Leicester care homes

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-Led
Good

Leicester homes rate strongest on Responsive and weakest on Well-Led.

Inspection Freshness

How recently homes were inspected by CQC

Under 1 year17 (12%)
1–3 years45 (31%)
Over 3 years81 (57%)

57% of homes have ratings over 3 years old. Our reports cross-reference multiple data sources to give you a more current picture.

Regional Insight

Leicester Market Analysis 2026

Population Growth
+16.1%

Projected increase in over-65s by 2033, driving demand for care home places.

Quality Rating
80%

Homes rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by CQC.

Manager Gap
92%

Of homes currently have no registered manager — a potential red flag for oversight and accountability.

Inspection Freshness
3.9 yrs

Average inspection age. 24% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.

Dementia

  • 87 (58%)

    Mental Health

  • 56 (37%)

    Learning Disability

  • 49 (33%)

    Sensory Impairment

  • 17 (11%)

    Alzheimer's

  • Quality Rating
    77%Good+
    1 O32 G10 RI
    2/46 Ensuite1/46 Garden7/46 WiFi1/46 Pets OK
    View homes in Leicester 022
    4 nursing homes

    Leicester 028

    One of Leicester's most well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

    27 care homes available

    Avg. Weekly Cost£1,191
    Quality Rating76%Good+
    1 O18 G6 RI
    2/27 Ensuite2/27 Garden2/27 WiFi2/27 Lift
    View homes in Leicester 028
    5 nursing homes

    Leicester 043

    One of Leicester's most sought-after well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

    24 care homes available

    Avg. Weekly Cost£1,587
    Quality Rating83%Good+
    20 G4 RI
    1/24 WiFi
    View homes in Leicester 043
    1 nursing homes

    Leicester 004

    One of Leicester's most well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

    16 care homes available

    Avg. Weekly Cost£1,310
    Quality Rating88%Good+
    1 O13 G2 RI
    1/16 Ensuite1/16 Garden7/16 WiFi1/16 Lift
    View homes in Leicester 004
    3 nursing homes

    Blaby 010

    One of Leicester's most affordable well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

    14 care homes available

    Avg. Weekly Cost£1,028
    Quality Rating86%Good+
    12 G2 RI
    2/14 Ensuite2/14 Garden4/14 WiFi1/14 Pets OK
    View homes in Blaby 010
    4 of 5 dementia homes Good/Outstanding

    LE8

    A well-regarded area with a solid range of care options, with homes offering specialist dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

    8 care homes available

    Avg. Weekly Cost£1,175
    Quality Rating86%Good+
    6 G1 RI
    1/8 WiFi
    View homes in LE8

    All 150 Homes Analysed

    Every care home in our Leicester database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.

    With RightCareHome

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    • 15 live data sources cross-referenced
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    • CQC trends and enforcement checked
    Independent analysis
    10-minute shortlist
    650+ data points

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    150 homes across Leicester — from Leicester 004 to Blaby 010. See which ones suit your family.

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    Attendance Allowance in Care Homes: Can You Still Claim? (2026 Guide)

    Can you claim Attendance Allowance if you live in a care home? How it works, when it stops, what you keep, and how it interacts with other care funding in 2026.

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    Care Home Visit Questions: 10 Must-Ask + 50 Deep Dives

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    Top-Rated Care Homes in Leicester

    Explore individual care homes with CQC ratings, reviews, and facilities.

    Aylesham Court Care Home

    Outstanding
    60 bedsNursing£1300-£1705/wk

    Devonshire Court

    Outstanding
    69 bedsResidential£1560-£2398/wk

    Asra House Residential Care Home

    Outstanding
    42 bedsResidential£1192-£1192/wk

    Goodwood Orchard Care Home

    Good
    21 bedsResidential

    Harley Grange Nursing Home

    Good
    34 bedsNursing£1079-£1436/wk

    Chataway Care Home

    Good
    14 bedsResidential

    Welford Court

    Good
    14 bedsResidential

    Simmins Crescent/Whitteney Drive

    Good
    15 bedsResidential

    Heartwell House Residential Care Home

    Good
    18 bedsResidential