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Care homes in Paulton
3 care homes in Paulton are registered with CQC, holding 209 beds in total. Among the 3 with a CQC rating, 100% are Good or Outstanding, next to 84% across Bath and North East Somerset and 83% across England. Typical fees in Paulton come to about £1,690 for nursing careestimated. On 1 October 2025, Cholwell House Nursing Home was rated Good, the newest rating here.
Data: the CQC register, updated 26 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
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- Dementia is a registered specialism for 3; nursing care is provided by 3.
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Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Paulton", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 3CQC-registered care homes
- 100%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 3are registered for nursing
- 2rated or inspected within two years
| Care | Paulton | South West | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing care, a week | £1,690 | £1,690 | £1,640 |
All care homes in Paulton, ranked
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
Clare Hall Nursing Home
What inspectors found: We visited the service following complaints made about the care being provided at the home.
Est. £1.52k–£1.86k/wk
Cholwell House Nursing Home
What inspectors found: The provider was in breach of the legal regulations relating to safe care and treatment and good governance.
Est. £1.52k–£1.86k/wk
Bloomfield
What inspectors found: At our last inspection we found the provider had failed to consistently submit statutory notifications in line with regulatory requirements.
Est. £1.52k–£1.86k/wk
Care home fees in Paulton
| Residential care home | £1,445 a week |
|---|---|
| Nursing home | £1,690 a week |
Bath and North East Somerset Council's own rates: £27.51 an hour for home care (2025/26 average paid to agencies); £1,117.69 a week for residential care (2025/26 average, over-65s); £1,083.22 a week for nursing care (2025/26 average, over-65s) (source). Choosing a provider that charges more usually means paying the difference as a top-up.
Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). For a firm figure, request prices from providers here; for a rough one, use our weekly cost calculator.
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Dementia care homes in Paulton
3 of the 3 care homes in Paulton are registered with CQC to support people living with dementia, and 3 of those are rated Good or Outstanding. Compare the 3 registered for dementia.
What the numbers say about Paulton
The oldest current rating dates from August 2023 (Bloomfield). Across Bath and North East Somerset we list 57 care homes, and 85% of those rated are Good or Outstanding; in Paulton the figure is 100%. Typical size: 32 beds across Bath and North East Somerset, 70 on average in Paulton. Across Bath and North East Somerset, 37% of care homes have a rating under two years old; in Paulton it is 67%. Counting all listed care homes, not only rated ones, Paulton ranks first of 7 local towns for Good or Outstanding ratings (100%), with Midsomer Norton second (80%). The nursing share is 100% here (3 of 3 homes) and 39% across Bath and North East Somerset. The newest registration is Clare Hall Nursing Home, registered with CQC in May 2012. Bath and North East Somerset has 1 Outstanding care homes, none of them in Paulton. Registered specialisms here: 1 of 3 list physical disabilities and 1 of 3 list mental health conditions.
Providers behind the care homes in Paulton
- Berkshire Care Homes 1 in this list
- Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited 1 in this list
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Paulton and the towns around it
| Place | How far | Care homes | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paulton | – | 3 | 3 |
| Midsomer Norton | 1.7 mi | 10 | 8 |
| Radstock | 2.3 mi | 3 | 1 |
| Keynsham | 7.1 mi | 14 | 11 |
| Bath | 7.8 mi | 27 | 21 |
| Shepton Mallet | 8.5 mi | 4 | 3 |
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Common questions about care homes in Paulton
How many registered care homes are in Paulton?
As of Oct 2026, 3 care homes in Paulton are registered with CQC. Of these, 3 provide nursing care and 3 support people living with dementia. Among the highest rated are Clare Hall Nursing Home, Cholwell House Nursing Home and Bloomfield.
How are care homes in Paulton rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 3. Of those, 3 (100%) are Good or Outstanding.
How much should I expect to pay for a care home in Paulton?
Self-funder fees in South West: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,445 a week; nursing home £1,690 a week. Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). Read the full cost guide.
Can Bath and North East Somerset council help pay for a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Bath and North East Somerset council must offer free (Care Act 2014). England's upper capital limit is £23,250; the value of a home normally counts towards a care home means test, except where a partner or some relatives still occupy it, and not for the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay. Towards nursing costs, the NHS pays NHS-funded nursing care for residents who qualify. Getting in touch with Bath and North East Somerset council.
How can I pick between care homes in Paulton?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 2 of the 3 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years. Older reports: 1. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed care, and what is the full price? A checklist to help.
What about care homes in towns near Paulton?
Paulton has 3, with 3 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Midsomer Norton (1.7 miles): 10, 8 rated Good or Outstanding; Radstock (2.3 miles): 3, 1 rated Good or Outstanding; Keynsham (7.1 miles): 14, 11 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Paulton
- Care homes in Midsomer Norton 1.7 mi
- Care homes in Radstock 2.3 mi
- Care homes in Keynsham 7.1 mi
- Care homes in Bath 7.8 mi
- Care homes in Shepton Mallet 8.5 mi
- Care homes in Wells 9.4 mi
- Care homes in Frome 9.4 mi
- Care homes in Kingswood 10.0 mi
Also in Paulton, and guides
- Help paying for care in Bath and North East Somerset
- Best rated care homes in Bath and North East Somerset
- Nursing homes in Bath and North East Somerset
- Care home fees across England, 2026: regional and council averages
- Outstanding services in Bath and North East Somerset, 2026
- Home care in Paulton (14)
- When is it time for a care home?
- Choosing between home care and a care home
- Understanding CQC ratings
- NHS-funded nursing care
Nearby postcodes
- BA3 16
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Data: CQC register, Oct 2026, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We are an independent directory and do not provide care.