Care homes · Somerset · Oct 2026

Best rated care homes in Taunton

The 20 care homes in Taunton with the best CQC ratings, checked against the CQC register on 26 October 2026. 3 are rated Outstanding. Of all 43 care homes in Taunton, 38 are rated Good or Outstanding.

How this list is ordered

  • Outstanding before Good, then the most recent rating first. Nothing else changes the order.
  • Paid partners are not moved up, and nobody can pay to be listed here.
  • "Best for" labels come from each service's CQC registration and inspection date.

Cite this: The Care Panel, "Best rated care homes in Taunton", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026. How we rank

The 20 best rated care homes in Taunton

#NameCQC ratingRatedBest for
1Heron House Residential HomeOutstandingAug 2023Rated Outstanding, Dementia, Physical disability
2Halcon HouseOutstandingMar 2020Rated Outstanding, Dementia, Physical disability
3Wilton HouseOutstandingFeb 2019Rated Outstanding, Physical disability
4Netherclay HouseGoodMar 2026Dementia, Physical disability, Inspected recently
5Northway HouseGoodDec 2025Dementia, Inspected recently
6The Firs Care CentreGoodSep 2025Dementia, Nursing care, Physical disability
7Westleigh HouseGoodMay 2025Physical disability, Inspected recently
8Wey House Nursing HomeGoodMay 2025Nursing care, Physical disability, Inspected recently
9RiversGoodApr 2025Physical disability
10Calway HouseGoodApr 2025Dementia, Nursing care
11Ashleigh HouseGoodApr 2025Physical disability
12Bridge House (Somerset)GoodMar 2025
13Little Oaks Residential Care HomeGoodMar 2025
14Laural HouseGoodMar 2025
15Lavender CourtGoodFeb 2025Dementia, Nursing care
16House of St MartinGoodAug 2024Dementia, Physical disability
17Wellington RoadGoodJun 2024Physical disability
18Dimensions Somerset NewholmeGoodMay 2024
19The BungalowGoodFeb 2024Physical disability
20Oake Meadows Care HomeGoodJun 2023Dementia, Nursing care

Source: CQC register, checked 26 October 2026 (Open Government Licence). Ratings can change after an inspection, so read the latest report before you decide.

Details for the top 10

  1. Heron House Residential Home

    Taunton · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: People lived in a home where the provider and registered manager were passionate about providing high quality person-centred care.

    Est. £1.37k–£1.68k/wk

    OutstandingRated Aug 2023
    Full profile (Heron House Residential Home)

  2. Halcon House

    Taunton · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: The service specialises in providing long term and respite care to people with complex physical disabilities.

    Est. £1.37k–£1.68k/wk

    OutstandingRated Mar 2020
    Full profile (Halcon House)

  3. Wilton House

    Taunton · Physical disabilities, Sensory impairments, Learning disabilities

    What inspectors found: Wilton House is situated close to Taunton town centre.

    Est. £1.3k–£1.59k/wk

    OutstandingRated Feb 2019
    Full profile (Wilton House)

  4. Netherclay House

    Taunton · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: The assessment of Netherclay House took place between 5 February and 27 February 2026.

    Est. £1.37k–£1.68k/wk

    GoodRated Mar 2026Inspected recently
    Full profile (Netherclay House)

  5. Northway House

    Taunton · Dementia, Older people, Adults under 65

    What inspectors found: This assessment was carried out between 11 and 12 November 2025.

    Est. £1.37k–£1.68k/wk

    GoodRated Dec 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Northway House)

  6. The Firs Care Centre

    Taunton · Dementia, Older people, Physical disabilities

    What inspectors found: This assessment began on 23 July 2025 and was completed on 29 July 2025.

    Est. £1.52k–£1.86k/wk

    GoodRated Sep 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (The Firs Care Centre)

  7. Westleigh House

    Taunton · Older people, Physical disabilities, Learning disabilities

    What inspectors found: The service specialised in the care of people with a learning disability and autistic people.

    Est. £1.3k–£1.59k/wk

    GoodRated May 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Westleigh House)

  8. Wey House Nursing Home

    Taunton · Older people, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairments

    What inspectors found: The home specialises in the care of people who have a brain injury or complex neurological health care needs.

    Est. £1.52k–£1.86k/wk

    GoodRated May 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Wey House Nursing Home)

  9. Rivers

    Taunton · Physical disabilities, Sensory impairments, Learning disabilities

    What inspectors found: The service provides support to younger adults with a learning disability, physical disability, and sensory impairments.

    Est. £1.3k–£1.59k/wk

    GoodRated Apr 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Rivers)

  10. Calway House

    Taunton · Dementia, Older people, Adults under 65

    What inspectors found: Maple and Spruce cared for people who required support with personal care, Laurel and Cedar provided nursing care to people and Sycamore supported people…

    Est. £1.52k–£1.86k/wk

    GoodRated Apr 2025Inspected recently
    Full profile (Calway House)

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Questions about the best rated care homes in Taunton

What is the best rated care home in Taunton?

3 are rated Outstanding by CQC: Heron House Residential Home, Halcon House, Wilton House. Ordered by rating and then the most recent inspection, the top three are Heron House Residential Home, Halcon House, Wilton House. Read the latest CQC report before you decide.

How is this list ordered?

Only by the CQC rating (Outstanding before Good) and then by how recent the rating is. Paid partners are not moved up, and nobody can pay to appear here.

How many are rated Good or Outstanding in Taunton?

38 of the 43 care homes in Taunton are rated Good or Outstanding (CQC register, 26 October 2026).

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