Care homes · Hampshire
Care homes in Petersfield offering residential care
3 of the 5 care homes in Petersfield offer residential care and 84 registered beds, from 2 providers. Western Health Care Limited has the most, at 2. CQC has rated 3 of them, and 100% are Good or Outstanding, against 84% for residential care across England. 1 is Outstanding. We estimate typical fees in Petersfield at about £1,620 a week for residential careestimated. 1 care home was last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was Downs House, rated Good on 18 December 2025.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Quick summary
- A care needs assessment from Hampshire council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Hampshire, updated every day.
- 2 list dementia as a specialism.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Petersfield offering residential care", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 3care homes registered with CQC
- 100%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 2offer dementia support
- 1with a rating or inspection since October 2024
Residential care in Petersfield: providers ranked
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 5
- Dementia care · 4
- Elderly care · 4
- Physical disability care · 4
- Mental health care · 3
- Residential care · 3
- Care for adults under 65 · 3
| # | Care home | CQC rating | Last rated | Beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Downs House | Dec 2025 | 49 | No | |
| 2 | Stroud House | Jan 2023 | 25 | No | |
| 3 | Sanctuary Supported Living - 26 Tilmore Gardens | Feb 2019 | 10 | No |
All care homes in Petersfield with a CQC registration for residential care. Order: rating, then how recent it is.
How residential care in Petersfield compares
3 of the 5 care homes in Petersfield are registered with CQC for residential care (60%). England-wide, 84% of care homes registered for residential care are Good or Outstanding and here it is 100% (above England, in line with the 100% for all care homes in the town).
For residential care, the top rated care homes are Downs House, Stroud House and Sanctuary Supported Living - 26 Tilmore Gardens. Ratings run from February 2019 to December 2025, and 1 is from the last two years. Together they hold 84 registered beds.
Council-wide, 322 care homes in Hampshire list residential care, and 85% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Across Hampshire, 68% of care homes are registered for residential care, against 60% here.
Expect around £1,555 weekly for residential care in the South East, or £1,830 with nursing; specialist care can be dearer, so get every home's price list. Our cost method.
What to expect from residential care
Residential homes provide a bedroom, food, help with personal care and staff on hand day and night, but there are no nurses based there; district nurses come in when needed. They are meant for people who find living at home too hard but whose health does not call for regular nursing.
What to ask about residential care
- How are fee increases worked out each year?
- How do district nurses and the GP visit?
- What happens if their needs increase and nursing care is needed?
- Can they bring their own furniture, and visit freely?
- What activities run during the week?
Free advice: Age UK Advice Line, 0800 678 1602. Hampshire: care needs assessment. Glossary entry: Residential care home.
Where else nearby offers residential care
| Nearby town | Distance | Total | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petersfield | – | 3 | 3 |
| Liss | 3.3 mi | 6 | 5 |
| Horndean | 7.5 mi | 7 | 4 |
| Bordon | 8.2 mi | 7 | 6 |
| Four Marks | 8.7 mi | 4 | 4 |
| Denmead | 9.2 mi | 3 | 1 |
| Waterlooville | 9.4 mi | 6 | 4 |
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What families want to know about residential care in Petersfield
How many care homes in Petersfield offer residential care?
Residential care is offered by 3 of the 5 registered care homes in Petersfield (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include Downs House, Stroud House and Sanctuary Supported Living - 26 Tilmore Gardens.
How does CQC rate care homes in Petersfield?
3 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 3 with a rating, with 1 Outstanding.
What does a care home cost in Petersfield?
Self-funder fees in South East: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,555 a week; nursing home £1,830 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.
Does Hampshire council fund a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Hampshire 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 Hampshire council.
How do I choose between care homes in Petersfield?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 1 of 3 was inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 2. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed care and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more residential care in towns near Petersfield?
In Petersfield there are 3, 3 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Liss (3.3 miles): 6, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; Horndean (7.5 miles): 7, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Bordon (8.2 miles): 7, 6 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Residential care near Petersfield
- Residential care in Liss 3.3 mi
- Residential care in Horndean 7.5 mi
- Residential care in Bordon 8.2 mi
- Residential care in Four Marks 8.7 mi
- Residential care in Denmead 9.2 mi
- Residential care in Waterlooville 9.4 mi
- Residential care in Havant 10.1 mi
- Residential care in Alton 10.2 mi
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