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Care homes in Hereford offering mental health care
11 of the 27 care homes in Hereford offer mental health care and 336 registered beds. Of the 10 CQC has rated, 70% are Good or Outstanding, against 82% for mental health care across England. 1 is Outstanding. Our estimate of typical fees in Hereford: about £1,340 a week for residential care and £1,540 for nursing careestimated. 5 care homes were last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was Aston House, rated Inadequate on 15 April 2026.
CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
In short
- New and changed CQC ratings across Herefordshire, County of, updated every day.
- 7 of the 10 rated care homes are Good or Outstanding, 3 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate, with 1 not yet rated.
- For dementia support, 9 have it on their CQC registration, and 3 provide nursing.
- A care needs assessment from Herefordshire, County of council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Hereford offering mental health care", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 11care homes registered with CQC
- 70%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 9are registered for dementia
- 3with a rating or inspection since October 2024
Who offers mental health care in Hereford
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
- All 27
- Elderly care · 21
- Care for adults under 65 · 21
- Physical disability care · 19
- Dementia care · 17
- Residential care · 16
- Learning disability care · 11
- Mental health care · 11
- Nursing care · 11
- Sensory impairment care · 8
| # | Care home | CQC rating | Last rated | Beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coldwells House | Jan 2026 | 41 | No | |
| 2 | Broomy Hill Nursing Home | May 2023 | 40 | Yes | |
| 3 | July VII Limited t/a Wykenhurst Residential Home | Jul 2024 | 25 | No | |
| 4 | Lyndale | Sep 2019 | 10 | No | |
| 5 | Blackwells | Sep 2019 | 7 | No | |
| 6 | Newstead House | Jul 2019 | 46 | Yes | |
| 7 | Venns Lane Care Home | Feb 2019 | 24 | No | |
| 8 | Field Farm House Residential Home | Mar 2025 | 69 | No | |
| 9 | Oaklands Nursing Home | Mar 2020 | 39 | Yes | |
| 10 | Aston House | Apr 2026 | 19 | No | |
| 11 | Noble Manor | Not yet rated | – | 16 | No |
All care homes in Hereford with a CQC registration for mental health care. Order: rating, then how recent it is.
How mental health care in Hereford compares
11 of the 27 care homes in Hereford are registered with CQC for mental health care (41%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 70%, 6 points below the town-wide 76% and below the 82% for mental health care across England.
The highest rated care homes for mental health care are Coldwells House, Broomy Hill Nursing Home and July VII Limited t/a Wykenhurst Residential Home. Ratings run from February 2019 to April 2026, and 3 are from the last two years. Between them they have 336 registered beds; 3 also provide nursing care. Not yet rated: 1. That is usual for services registered recently.
Council-wide, 25 care homes in Herefordshire, County of list mental health care, and 79% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Across Herefordshire, County of, 29% of care homes are registered for mental health care, against 41% here.
Typical weekly fees in the West Midlands: about £1,295 residential, £1,520 nursing. Request the price list from every home, as specialist care can cost more. How these costs are worked out.
What mental health care involves
Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, severe depression and psychosis linked to dementia are among the conditions this care is for. Providers aim to keep people stable and help them recover, support them with their medicines, and work closely with the community mental health team.
What to ask about mental health care
- What would happen if the person needed hospital care?
- How do you support recovery goals, not just daily care?
- What mental health training do staff have?
- How do you keep physical health checked too?
- How do you manage medication and side effects?
Free advice: Mind Infoline, 0300 123 3393. All mental health care in Herefordshire, County of.
Mental health care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hereford | – | 11 | 7 |
| Ross-on-Wye | 11.4 mi | 3 | 1 |
| Ludlow | 21.7 mi | 3 | 3 |
| Worcester | 23.5 mi | 4 | 2 |
Council support
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Mental health care in Hereford: your questions answered
How many care homes in Hereford offer mental health care?
Mental health care is offered by 11 of the 27 registered care homes in Hereford (CQC register, Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include Coldwells House, Broomy Hill Nursing Home and July VII Limited t/a Wykenhurst Residential Home.
How does CQC rate care homes in Hereford?
7 (70%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 10 with a rating, with 1 Outstanding; 3 are Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 1 here is still unrated.
What does a care home cost in Hereford?
Self-funder fees in West Midlands: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,295 a week; nursing home £1,520 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 Herefordshire, County of council fund a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Herefordshire, County of 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 Herefordshire, County of council.
How do I choose between care homes in Hereford?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 3 of 11 were inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 7. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed care and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more mental health care in towns near Hereford?
In Hereford there are 11, 7 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Ross-on-Wye (11.4 miles): 3, 1 rated Good or Outstanding; Leominster (11.7 miles): 2, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Ledbury (12.4 miles): 1, 1 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Mental health care in nearby towns
- Mental health care in Ross-on-Wye 11.4 mi
- Mental health care in Leominster 11.7 mi
- Mental health care in Ledbury 12.4 mi
- Mental health care in Bromyard 12.7 mi
- Mental health care in Kington 16.7 mi
- Mental health care in Great Malvern 17.5 mi
- Mental health care in Cinderford 18.6 mi
- Mental health care in Coleford 18.6 mi
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