Care Homes in Northampton: Compare 64 Homes, CQC Ratings and Costs (Oct 2026)

Northampton in figures

One rating goes back to February 2018: Pinetrees. Ask what has changed since. 73% of rated care homes in Northampton are Good or Outstanding, compared with 68% of those rated among the 84 we list across West Northamptonshire. Typical size: 24 beds across West Northamptonshire, 27 on average in Northampton. Two-year-old ratings or newer: 39% in Northampton, 33% across West Northamptonshire. Of Northampton and the 6 nearest towns we cover, Northampton ranks 4th for the share of all listed care homes rated Good or Outstanding (69%); Wellingborough is highest at 84%. Nursing care is available in 21 of 64 homes (33%); across West Northamptonshire the share is 38%. CQC registered St Andrews Healthcare – 21 The Avenue in September 2026, the newest on this list. West Northamptonshire has 10 Outstanding care homes in total; in Northampton the figure is 4. On their CQC registrations, 29 of 64 list physical disabilities, 22 of 64 list learning disabilities and 29 of 64 list mental health conditions.

Owners and groups: care homes in Northampton

CareTech Community Services 5 listed here
Mentaur Limited 4 listed here
St Andrew's Healthcare 4 listed here
National Care Group 4 listed here
St. Matthews Limited 3 listed here
Avery 3 listed here
Tabs @ 42 Limited 3 listed here
West Northamptonshire Council 2 listed here
Accomplish Group 2 listed here
Active Care 2 listed here
Salutem Bid Co Ltd 1 listed here
Welltower 1 listed here
Anchor Hanover Group 1 listed here
A.G.E. Nursing Homes Limited 1 listed here
Achieve Together 1 listed here
Nazareth Care Charitable Trust 1 listed here
B & M Care 1 listed here
Authentic Kare Company Limited 1 listed here

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Recently inspected

CQC's latest published ratings for care homes in Northampton, newest first.

Fair Haven Care HomeGood9 Jun 2026
Rathgar Care HomeRequires improvement29 May 2026
Margaret's Rest HomeRequires improvement19 May 2026
ResCareRequires improvement23 Apr 2026

Nearby towns against Northampton

Nearby town	Distance	Total	Good or Outstanding
Northampton	–	64	44
Moulton	3.4 mi	5	2
Wellingborough	8.8 mi	19	16
Towcester	9.5 mi	4	2
Daventry	11.8 mi	7	2
Burton Latimer	11.8 mi	4	3

What care homes cost in Northampton

Average self-funder fees in East Midlands, 2026
Residential care home	£1,125 a week
Nursing home	£1,370 a week

What the council pays (West Northamptonshire Council): 2026/27 (proposed): home care £20.98-£23.70 per hour (by locality); care homes DPS residential standard £971.48; nursing standard £1,092.42 (excl. FNC) (source). Where a provider charges more, the extra is usually met by a top-up.

An average across very different rooms and care needs, with nursing adding more. A council-funded place usually costs the council less than a self-funder pays for the same room. Source: Which?, self-funder fees (Lottie data, January 2026). For a firm figure, request prices from providers here; for a rough one, use our weekly cost calculator.

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Savings under £23,250? West Northamptonshire council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.

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Questions families ask about care homes in Northampton

How many registered care homes are in Northampton?

As of Oct 2026, 64 care homes in Northampton are registered with CQC. Of these, 21 provide nursing care and 24 support people living with dementia. Among the highest rated are Spinney Hill House, Fair Haven Care Home and Wilton House.

How are care homes in Northampton rated by CQC?

CQC has rated 60. Of those, 44 (73%) are Good or Outstanding, including 4 Outstanding, while 16 are rated below Good. 4 are awaiting a first rating, as is usual for new registrations.

How much should I expect to pay for a care home in Northampton?

Average self-funder fees in East Midlands, 2026: residential care home £1,125 a week; nursing home £1,370 a week. An average across very different rooms and care needs, with nursing adding more. A council-funded place usually costs the council less than a self-funder pays for the same room. Source: Which?, self-funder fees (Lottie data, January 2026). Our cost guide has more detail.

Can West Northamptonshire council help pay for a care home?

Possibly. The Care Act 2014 means West Northamptonshire council has to assess care needs without charge. For a care home, the means test usually includes your home's value, unless your partner, or certain other relatives, still live in it, and never in the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay. The capital limit above which you pay in full is £23,250 in England, and NHS-funded nursing care can meet some nursing costs. Contacting West Northamptonshire council.

How can I pick between care homes in Northampton?

Check how recent each CQC report is first: 25 of the 64 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years, while 35 have older reports. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed care, and what is the full price? Our checklist.

What about care homes in towns near Northampton?

Northampton has 64, with 44 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Moulton (3.4 miles): 5, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Wellingborough (8.8 miles): 19, 16 rated Good or Outstanding; Towcester (9.5 miles): 4, 2 rated Good or Outstanding.

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