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Care homes in Banbury offering elderly care
12 out of 12 care homes in Banbury are registered for elderly care, holding 573 beds in total. Of the 9 CQC has rated, 44% are Good or Outstanding, next to 81% for elderly care across England; 1 is Outstanding. Our estimate of typical fees in Banbury: about £1,620 a week for residential care and £1,850 for nursing careestimated. 4 care homes have a rating more than four years old and 3 registered with CQC within the past two years. On 7 September 2026, Agnes Court - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities was rated Requires improvement, the newest rating here.
Source: CQC register · Updated 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- 10 list dementia as a specialism; 9 provide nursing care.
- A care needs assessment from Oxfordshire council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- CQC rates 4 of the 9 care homes with a rating as Good or Outstanding, while 5 are rated Inadequate or Requires improvement, with 3 not yet rated.
- We check for new CQC ratings in Oxfordshire daily: see the latest changes.
To cite: "Care homes in Banbury offering elderly care", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 12registered care homes
- 44%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 10list dementia as a specialism
- 4inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Elderly care in Banbury: providers ranked
Sorted on CQC rating and its date, with distance used last. How we rank
- All 12
- Elderly care · 12
- Dementia care · 10
- Nursing care · 9
- Care for adults under 65 · 9
- Physical disability care · 8
- Learning disability care · 5
- Mental health care · 4
- Sensory impairment care · 4
- Residential care · 3
| Rank | Care home | CQC rating | Date rated | Beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Short Term Breaks - 69 Neithrop Avenue | Dec 2021 | 5 | No | |
| 2 | Green Pastures Christian Nursing Home | Mar 2018 | 60 | Yes | |
| 3 | OSJCT Larkrise Care Centre | Sep 2019 | 60 | Yes | |
| 4 | The Julie Richardson Nursing Home | Apr 2020 | 40 | Yes | |
| 5 | Agnes Court - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities | Sep 2026 | 24 | Yes | |
| 6 | Highmarket House | Aug 2025 | 73 | Yes | |
| 7 | Highmarket House | Aug 2025 | 73 | Yes | |
| 8 | Banbury Heights Nursing Home | Mar 2026 | 59 | Yes | |
| 9 | The Ridings | Nov 2022 | 48 | No | |
| 10 | Rosalie Care Home | Not yet rated | – | 10 | No |
| 11 | Glebefields Care Home | Not yet rated | – | 42 | Yes |
| 12 | Chacombe Park | Not yet rated | – | 79 | Yes |
Every care home in Banbury registered with CQC for elderly care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is.
Elderly care in Banbury by the numbers
100% of Banbury's care homes (12 of 12) hold a CQC registration for elderly care. Of those rated, 44% are Good or Outstanding: in line with the 44% for every care home here, and below the England figure of 81% for elderly care.
Short Term Breaks - 69 Neithrop Avenue, Green Pastures Christian Nursing Home and OSJCT Larkrise Care Centre lead the list for elderly care. 4 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from March 2018 and the newest from September 2026. Registered beds across these homes: 573, and nursing care at 9. 3 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Oxfordshire, 135 care homes are registered for elderly care, and 88% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Here 100% of care homes list elderly care, compared with 96% across Oxfordshire.
Typical weekly fees in the South East: about £1,555 residential, £1,830 nursing. Request the price list from every home, as specialist care can cost more. Our cost method.
What to expect from elderly care
Care for older people covers help with washing, dressing, meals, medication and getting about, plus company and keeping an eye on health. It is the most common registration with CQC, so most providers list it; the differences are in staffing, continuity and how well care is planned around the person.
Questions to ask care homes about elderly care
- What happens at weekends, at night and in an emergency?
- How do you keep the family updated week to week?
- How much notice do you need to change or add care?
- How do you spot early signs of illness, falls or dehydration?
- Will the same small team of carers or staff look after them?
Where to get support: Age UK Advice Line, 0800 678 1602. How to get assessed by Oxfordshire. Jargon explained: Personal care.
Where else nearby offers elderly care
| Nearby town | Distance | Total | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banbury | – | 12 | 4 |
| Bodicote | 2.0 mi | 5 | 4 |
| Brackley | 8.6 mi | 3 | 1 |
| Chipping Norton | 12.0 mi | 4 | 4 |
| Southam | 13.2 mi | 3 | 3 |
| Bicester | 13.8 mi | 4 | 3 |
| Towcester | 15.8 mi | 4 | 2 |
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Common questions about elderly care in Banbury
Where can I find elderly care in a care home in Banbury?
Of the 12 CQC-registered care homes in Banbury, 12 offer elderly care (Oct 2026). Highly rated options include Short Term Breaks - 69 Neithrop Avenue, Green Pastures Christian Nursing Home and OSJCT Larkrise Care Centre.
How are care homes in Banbury rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 9. Of those, 4 (44%) are Good or Outstanding, 1 of them Outstanding, and 5 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate. 3 have not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
How much should I expect to pay for a care home in Banbury?
Average fees paid by self-funders in South East in 2026: residential care home £1,555 a week; nursing home £1,830 a week. These are averages over a wide spread of prices, which move with the type of room, how much help is needed and any nursing. Councils tend to pay less than private payers for an identical room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). See our full cost guide.
Can Oxfordshire council help pay for a care home?
For residents who qualify, the NHS pays towards nursing through NHS-funded nursing care, and the council may help with fees. Under the Care Act 2014, Oxfordshire council has to offer a needs assessment at no cost. For the means test, a home is usually counted for care home fees unless it is still home to a partner or certain relatives (and not in the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay); in England the threshold is £23,250. How to reach Oxfordshire council.
How can I pick between care homes in Banbury?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 4 of the 12 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years, and 5 have an older report. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed care, and what is the full price? See the checklist.
What about elderly care in towns near Banbury?
Banbury has 12, with 4 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Bodicote (2.0 miles): 5, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Brackley (8.6 miles): 3, 1 rated Good or Outstanding; Chipping Norton (12.0 miles): 4, 4 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Nearby: elderly care around Banbury
- Elderly care in Bodicote 2.0 mi
- Elderly care in Brackley 8.6 mi
- Elderly care in Chipping Norton 12.0 mi
- Elderly care in Southam 13.2 mi
- Elderly care in Bicester 13.8 mi
- Elderly care in Towcester 15.8 mi
- Elderly care in Daventry 15.8 mi
- Elderly care in Whitnash 15.9 mi
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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.