Castle Dene
Residential care home · Newcastle upon Tyne
Freeman Road, South Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 1SZ
Run by Newcastle-upon-Tyne City Council
- GoodCQC · Jan 2020
- 7.4Our score
- Beds8
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0191 278 8164
Inspectors asked it to improve: Effective
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 9 January 2020
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Castle Dene
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-276683017
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Castle Dene
Castle Dene provides residential support for adults with profound learning difficulties and complex needs. The service is registered for learning disabilities and younger adults, making it relevant to people who need structured support in daily life rather than a mainstream education setting.
Support focuses on helping residents maintain independence, develop skills and stay connected with their communities. The evidence identifies residential support as the core offer, while broader council information describes related pathways for adults with learning disabilities and autism, including overnight support, supervision and community participation. Families and professionals should distinguish Castle Dene’s residential provision from council services such as Shared Lives and supported employment.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Newcastle upon Tyne
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeyfield Residential Care Home - Castle FarmNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Dene Park HouseNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Craghall Residential HomeNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Milldene Nursing HomeNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.3 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Abbeyfield Residential Care Home - The GroveNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Newcastle-upon-Tyne City Council
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byker LodgeNewcastle upon Tyne | Good | 8.0 | |
| Connie Lewcock Resource CentreNewcastle upon Tyne | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Residential support for profound learning difficulties
- Focus on community connections
Ask about
- The service is residential support and is registered without nursing
Suits: Adults with profound learning difficulties and complex needs
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Freeman Road, South Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 1SZ
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Questions families ask
Who is the residential support for?
It is for adults with profound learning difficulties and complex needs.
Do adults need a referral to use the care services?
Yes. Adults must be referred by a health professional or Adult Social Care, and the support depends on their needs.
How does the overnight support work?
Adults are matched with a compatible Shared Lives carer and either move into their own room in the household or use the home as a base.
How much does Castle Dene cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Castle Dene for its weekly fee. As a guide, Newcastle upon Tyne council paid on average £2,077 a week for a residential care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,883 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.