Elderly care homes in Oxford

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Oxford has 16 elderly care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 7 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 13 Good and 3 Requires improvement. Oxfordshire council paid on average £1,013 a week for a residential care place and £1,123 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Oxford (16)

Oxford at a glance

16on this list

Official rating
  • Good13
  • Requires improvement3
  • 81% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.8 / 10
  • Types of care81% offer dementia
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Oxford on the CQC register, whatever its rating. The highest scores come first and homes not yet inspected come last.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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16 elderly care homes in Oxford

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OSJCT Marston Court

Run by The Orders Of St. John Care Trust

Marston Road, Oxford, OX3 0DJ
GoodCQC · Jul 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 39 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

OSJCT Marston Court provides residential and dementia care for older people in Oxford, with respite, intermediate and day care also available through the wider organisation. Its dementia approach centres on understanding each resident’s life story, routines, preferences and interests before shaping daily support.

Residents can take part in activities such as gardening, music, baking and familiar daily routines, with opportunities for family…

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Eden House Residential Home I

Run by Mrs M Chungtuyco

Eden House, 50 Horspath Road, Oxford, OX4 2QT
GoodCQC · Dec 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 8 residents in Oxford, run by Mrs M Chungtuyco. Supports dementia and older people.

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Fairfield Residential Home

Run by Management Committee of Fairfield

115a Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 6LA
GoodCQC · Mar 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 42 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Fairfield Residential Home provides long-term, short-term and respite residential care for older people in North Oxford. Its purpose-built home has 40 en-suite bedrooms, including rooms suitable for couples, alongside lounges, dining areas and a landscaped garden.

The home also runs Fairfield Social Club for older people living in the community. Regular or one-off day visits provide social time and activities for people who may be living alone or…

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Green Gates Care Home

Run by Bupa Care Homes (CFChomes) Limited

2 Hernes Road, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7PT
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 40 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 40 residents in Oxford, run by Bupa Care Homes (CFChomes) Limited. Supports older people and younger adults.

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Iffley Residential and Nursing Home

Run by Sanctuary Care Limited

Anne Greenwood Close, Iffley, Oxford, OX4 4DN
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 76 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 76 residents in Oxford, run by Sanctuary Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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OSJCT Isis House Care & Retirement Centre

Run by The Orders Of St. John Care Trust

Cornwallis Road, Donnington, OX4 3NH
GoodCQC · Sept 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 80 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

OSJCT Isis House Care & Retirement Centre provides nursing, residential, dementia and respite care for older people and younger adults. Nursing support is available for people recovering from a major operation as well as those needing longer-term care, with person-centred support shaped around each resident.

Dementia care follows life stories, preferences and familiar routines to help residents remain connected to their interests and abilities.

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OSJCT Townsend House

Run by The Orders Of St. John Care Trust

Bayswater Road, Headington, OX3 9NX
GoodCQC · Jul 2024
  • Residential
  • 45 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

OSJCT Townsend House provides residential and dementia care for older people, with support shaped around each resident’s life story, routines, preferences and interests. Nursing care is available across the wider organisation, while this home is registered as a care home without nursing.

Dementia support includes trained teams, meaningful activities and environments designed to help with memory, orientation and confidence.

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Oxford Respite Service

Run by The Brandon Trust

43 Saxon Way, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DD
GoodCQC · Jun 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health
  • Physical disabilities

Oxford Respite Service supports children, young people and adults with learning disabilities or autism through tailored care and support. The service is relevant to people who need planned assistance for a short period, alongside broader disability support.

Its wider model includes supported living, outreach and employment opportunities, with teams working alongside families, professionals and local networks.

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St Andrew's Residential Care Home Limited

Run by St. Andrew's Residential Care Home Limited

184 London Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9EE
GoodCQC · Aug 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 24 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

St Andrew's Residential Care Home supports up to 24 elderly residents in a family-owned home in Headington, Oxford. Care is individualised, with residents’ histories, interests and routines informing daily support while dignity and privacy remain central.

Residents can join activities, entertainment and celebrations throughout the week, while relatives and friends are welcomed.

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St Luke's Hospital - Oxford

Run by St. Luke's Oxford

4 Latimer Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7PF
GoodCQC · Sept 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 63 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

St Luke's Hospital combines short-term rehabilitation, respite and long-term nursing care for people who need support before returning home or who require ongoing nursing provision. Its nursing team works alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists and healthcare assistants, with 24-hour care tailored to individual needs.

Short stays can support recovery after surgery, stabilisation following hospital treatment or a family carer’s break.

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St. John's Home

Run by AccuroCare St. John's Home Limited

St. Marys Road, Oxford, OX4 1QE
GoodCQC · Jan 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 38 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

St. John's Home provides residential care in central Oxford for up to 38 people, including residents with dementia, mental health needs, physical disabilities and other support requirements. The home is registered without nursing and offers 24-hour personal care from senior carers and care assistants.

Residents are encouraged to retain lifestyle choices, socialise and join activities while receiving support when needed.

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The Lady Nuffield Home

Run by The Lady Nuffield Home

165 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 7AW
GoodCQC · Jan 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 30 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care for older people is centred at The Lady Nuffield Home, where daily life includes activities for residents who wish to join in and support for everyday living. The home is registered to care for older people and people living with dementia.

Staff receive full in-house training and regular updates on mandatory subjects, while care staff are encouraged to undertake Health and Social Care NVQ Diplomas.

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Brookfield

Run by Methodist Homes

Little Bury, Oxford, OX4 7UY
GoodCQC · Sept 2025
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 66 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential, nursing and dementia care are available at Brookfield for older people in Oxford, with support also registered for younger adults. The home provides 24-hour nursing care, personalised care plans, activities, spiritual support and end of life care.

Residents have en-suite rooms, communal lounges and dining areas, a hair salon and secure landscaped gardens.

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The Albany Care Home

Run by Healthcare Homes (Spring) Limited

7 London Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7SN
Requires improvementCQC · Aug 2023
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 38 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

The Albany Care Home provides residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for older people in Oxford. Its nursing provision is designed for residents who need ongoing clinical support, while residential and dementia services cover different levels of day-to-day assistance.

The home is part of Healthcare Homes, whose care offer includes permanent and respite placements across residential and nursing settings.

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OSJCT Longlands

Run by The Orders Of St. John Care Trust

Balfour Road, Blackbird Leys, Oxford, OX4 6AJ
Requires improvementCQC · Jun 2023
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 48 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Life-story-based care at OSJCT Longlands supports older people, including those living with dementia. The home offers residential, respite and intermediate care, and is registered as a care home without nursing.

Care plans reflect each resident’s routines, preferences and interests. Daily activities may include music, gardening and baking, alongside familiar occupations that help residents stay connected to what matters.

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The Headington Care Home

Run by GCH (Alder) Ltd

Roosevelt Drive, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7XR
Requires improvementCQC · Jun 2026
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

The Headington Care Home provides nursing, residential and dementia care in Oxford. Its nursing service offers 24-hour specialist clinical care and support from registered and qualified nursing staff, while residential care supports people who need help with daily activities but not continuous nursing intervention.

The home also offers dementia care and palliative care within Gold Care Homes’ wider service range.

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What to look for in elderly care homes

  1. Support with mobility

    Support with mobility, nutrition, medicines and day-to-day routines.

  2. Activities

    Activities and social contact that reflect residents’ interests.

  3. How the home involves residents

    How the home involves residents and families in care decisions.

Questions families ask

What should elderly care homes offer?

Older people may need different combinations of personal care, mobility support, medicines management and social activity. Compare what each home can support now and how it plans for needs that may change.

How many elderly care homes are there in Oxford?

16 elderly care homes in Oxford are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

How much does a care home cost in Oxford?

Oxfordshire council paid on average £1,013 a week for residential care and £1,123 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £2,223 and £1,284. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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