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Across Worcester and surrounding areas
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Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 33 homes
32 (97%)
Alzheimer's
32 (97%)
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A vibrant suburb west of the River Severn with its own thriving high street, St John's offers a distinct community identity separate from the city centre. Care homes here enjoy a residential setting within walking distance of Worcester's medieval cathedral and the riverside walks along the Severn.
4 care homes available
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Worcester has 33 registered care homes (14 nursing, 19 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.
Weekly costs in Worcester range from £750 to £2,124. The average is £1,288/week. Nursing care averages £1,365/week while residential care averages £1,229/week. Prices vary significantly by area — Worcester 011 averages £1,354/week while WR8 is £1,200/week.
Worcester 011, WR2, WR8 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. Worcester 011 leads with 100% of homes meeting this standard.
24 homes offer specialist dementia care in Worcester, representing 73% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.
Yes, 21 homes in Worcester provide palliative or end-of-life care. Our reports can help you compare these homes on quality, staffing, and cost.
Data sources: CQC, Companies House, Food Standards Agency. Last reviewed March 2026.
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Range £950–£2,124 across Worcester
Range £750–£1,507 across Worcester
Homes trending upward based on recent CQC inspections
29 homes currently lack a registered manager
Average scores across Worcester care homes
Worcester homes rate strongest on Responsive and weakest on Safe.
How recently homes were inspected by CQC
67% of homes have ratings over 3 years old. Our reports cross-reference multiple data sources to give you a more current picture.
Worcester's average care fees sit 11% above the wider Worcestershire average, driven by strong private demand in Battenhall and Barbourne.
Homes rated Good or Outstanding by CQC, above the national average, with Battenhall leading at 90%.
Worcester's smaller care market means popular homes fill quickly, making early research and analysis particularly valuable for families.
Stroke Recovery
24 (73%)
Dementia
21 (64%)
Physical Disability
21 (64%)
Palliative / End of Life
20 (61%)
Parkinson's
An elegant Victorian suburb north of the city centre, Barbourne is characterised by handsome period terraces, the scenic Barbourne Brook, and proximity to the Worcestershire County Cricket Ground. Care homes in this sought-after area benefit from a leafy, established residential setting.
4 care homes available
A semi-rural parish on Worcester's northern edge, Claines combines village character with easy access to the city centre and the M5. The area around Claines Church and Northwick Park offers a peaceful environment, attracting families seeking countryside calm without sacrificing urban convenience.
3 care homes available
Worcester's most prestigious residential area, Battenhall sits on rising ground south-east of the cathedral with views across the Malvern Hills. Large Victorian and Edwardian houses line its tree-canopied roads, and care homes here command the highest fees in the city.
4 care homes available
A large modern development in eastern Worcester built from the 1980s, Warndon Villages provides purpose-built care facilities alongside newer housing, good schools, and local shopping. The area offers practical, well-maintained options with easy access to the Worcester Royal Hospital.
4 care homes available
Adjacent to Worcester Royal Hospital and the Worcestershire Royal cricket pavilion, Ronkswood is a practical choice for families prioritising proximity to acute healthcare. Care homes here offer mid-range options in a mixed residential area with good bus connections to the city centre.
3 care homes available
Every care home in our Worcester database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.
Battenhall leads with 90% of homes rated Good or Outstanding by the CQC, followed by Barbourne at 87% and Claines at 85%. Worcester's overall 82% Good/Outstanding rate sits above the national average, reflecting the city's generally high standard of care provision.
Worcestershire County Council funds care at approximately £710/week for those who qualify through a financial assessment, creating a gap of around £170/week compared to Worcester's private average of £880. Worcester's cathedral-city premium means privately funded families typically access more homes in desirable areas like Battenhall and Barbourne.
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