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Care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde
There are 6 care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde on the CQC register, 227 beds in all. 67% of the 6 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, compared with 83% across Lancashire and 83% across England. Expect to pay in Poulton-le-Fylde about £1,260 a week for residential careestimated. 3 care homes have not been rated for more than four years and 1 joined the CQC register during the past two years. CQC's latest rating here went to Abode: Requires improvement, on 3 August 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
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- Dementia is a registered specialism for 5; 1 has nursing care.
- Whatever your savings, Lancashire council will assess care needs for free.
- Good or Outstanding: 4 of the 6 rated care homes; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 6care homes on the CQC register
- 67%Good or Outstanding, among those rated
- 1offers nursing care
- 3inspected or rated since October 2024
| Care | Poulton-le-Fylde | North West | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care, a week | £1,260 | £1,210 | £1,400 |
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Primrose Bank Care Home
What inspectors found: At this assessment we found risks were identified and documented and people’s care records contained detailed information to enable staff to respond to people’s…
Est. £1.13k–£1.38k/wk
Bluebell House Residential Care Home
Est. £1.08k–£1.33k/wk
Victoria House
What inspectors found: The home is situated in a residential area of Poulton-le-Fylde and is close to shops and local amenities.
Est. £1.13k–£1.38k/wk
Breck Lodge Care Home
Est. £1.13k–£1.38k/wk
Alexandra Nursing Home - Poulton-le-Fylde
What inspectors found: Staffing levels were not consistently adequate to ensure people’s safety and meet their needs.
Est. £1.42k–£1.73k/wk
Abode
What inspectors found: We undertook the assessment to check compliance against breaches of the legal regulations.
Est. £1.13k–£1.38k/wk
Dementia care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde
5 of the 6 care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde are registered with CQC to support people living with dementia, and 3 of those are rated Good or Outstanding. Compare the 5 registered for dementia.
Care home fees in Poulton-le-Fylde
| Residential care home | £1,205 a week |
|---|---|
| Nursing home | £1,515 a week |
Council rates in Lancashire County Council: £23.74 an hour for home care (2025/26 average paid to agencies); £789.93 a week for residential care (2025/26 average, over-65s); £887.20 a week for nursing care (2025/26 average, over-65s) (source). A top-up usually covers the gap if your chosen provider costs more.
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). Ask providers near you for prices, or estimate your weekly cost.
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What the numbers say about Poulton-le-Fylde
The nursing share is 17% here (1 of 6 homes) and 23% across Lancashire. The newest registration is Breck Lodge Care Home, registered with CQC in September 2025. Outstanding: 0 in Poulton-le-Fylde, 14 across Lancashire. Registered specialisms here: 2 of 6 list physical disabilities and 1 of 6 list mental health conditions. 67% of rated care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde are Good or Outstanding, compared with 83% of those rated among the 402 we list across Lancashire. Homes in Poulton-le-Fylde average 38 beds, against a typical 28 across Lancashire. The oldest current rating dates from October 2018 (Victoria House). Two-year-old ratings or newer: 50% in Poulton-le-Fylde, 16% across Lancashire. Thornton has the highest share of listed care homes rated Good or Outstanding nearby (100%); Poulton-le-Fylde, at 67%, is 4th of the 7 towns compared.
Providers behind the care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde
- Fylde Care Group Limited 1 in this list
- Braeside Home for the Elderly Limited 1 in this list
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Poulton-le-Fylde and the towns around it
| Town | Miles | Number of care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poulton-le-Fylde | – | 6 | 4 |
| Carleton | 1.0 mi | 9 | 6 |
| Thornton | 2.4 mi | 7 | 7 |
| Blackpool | 2.7 mi | 47 | 35 |
| Cleveleys | 3.2 mi | 11 | 7 |
| Fleetwood | 5.3 mi | 13 | 11 |
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Common questions about care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde
How many care homes are there in Poulton-le-Fylde?
Poulton-le-Fylde has 6 care homes on the CQC register (Oct 2026). Of these, 1 provides nursing care and 5 support people living with dementia. Among the highest rated are Primrose Bank Care Home, Bluebell House Residential Care Home and Victoria House.
Are care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 4 (67%) of the 6 rated; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate.
How much does a care home cost in Poulton-le-Fylde?
Self-funder fees in North West: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,205 a week; nursing home £1,515 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.
Will I get help from Lancashire council with the cost of a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Lancashire 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 Lancashire council.
How should I compare care homes in Poulton-le-Fylde?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 3 of the 6 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years. Older reports: 3. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed care, and the full price before you sign. A checklist to help.
How do nearby towns compare with Poulton-le-Fylde for care homes?
Counting care homes: Poulton-le-Fylde 6 (4 Good or Outstanding); Carleton (1.0 miles): 9, 6 rated Good or Outstanding; Thornton (2.4 miles): 7, 7 rated Good or Outstanding; Blackpool (2.7 miles): 47, 35 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Poulton-le-Fylde
- Care homes in Carleton 1.0 mi
- Care homes in Thornton 2.4 mi
- Care homes in Blackpool 2.7 mi
- Care homes in Cleveleys 3.2 mi
- Care homes in Fleetwood 5.3 mi
- Care homes in Kirkham 6.1 mi
- Care homes in Lytham St Anne's 6.5 mi
- Care homes in Freckleton 8.0 mi
Also in Poulton-le-Fylde, and guides
- Paying for care in Lancashire
- Best rated care homes in Lancashire
- Nursing homes in Lancashire
- Care home fees across England, 2026: regional and council averages
- Every Outstanding service in Lancashire: 2026 list
- Home care or a care home?
- Signs it may be time for a care home
- NHS-funded nursing care explained
- CQC ratings explained
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