Learning disability care homes in Leicester

Updated

Leicester has 40 learning disability care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 3 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 1 Outstanding, 26 Good and 8 Requires improvement. 5 homes are not rated yet. Leicester council paid on average £1,062 a week for a residential care place and £1,306 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Leicester (99)

Leicester at a glance

40on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding1
  • Good26
  • Requires improvement8
  • Not yet rated5
  • 77% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.5 / 10
  • Types of care85% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Leicester 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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40 learning disability care homes in Leicester

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Asra House Residential Care Home

Run by Sanctuary Care Limited

15 Asha Margh, Holden Street, Leicester, LE4 5LE
OutstandingCQC · Feb 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 42 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 42 residents in Leicester, run by Sanctuary Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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The Chantry

Run by Keys Accomplish FC Limited

Chantry Lane, Off Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9QJ
GoodCQC · Apr 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 13 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Residential support for younger adults is the clearest focus at The Chantry, with care registered for learning disabilities and mental health needs. Its assisted living and residential categories indicate accommodation-based support for people who need help in daily life.

The Chantry is in Leicester and is registered as a care home without nursing. The available detail does not establish respite care, clinical services or particular facilities,…

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Aaron Court

Run by Abbey Healthcare (Aaron Court) Limited

17 Ramsey Way, Leicester, LE5 1SJ
GoodCQC · Jul 2023
  • Nursing
  • 91 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Aaron Court provides residential and nursing care for older people, people living with dementia, learning disabilities or physical disabilities, and younger adults. Its care model is part of Abbey Healthcare’s wider provision of residential, nursing, dementia and respite care.

Daily life includes activities and trips tailored to residents’ interests, while meals can reflect allergies, dietary requirements and personal preferences.

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Alston House

Run by S4 Care Ltd

380 Aylestone Road, Leicester, LE2 8BL
GoodCQC · Nov 2024
  • Residential
  • 19 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Alston House supports older people and adults with complex needs through residential and dementia care, with respite also available. Care plans are developed with residents, families and healthcare professionals, reflecting routines, dietary requirements and personal preferences.

The home has en-suite rooms, accessible gardens and social spaces. Residents can join arts and crafts, exercise sessions and outings, with a minibus for planned outdoor…

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Aylestone

Run by Heathcotes Care Limited

128 Lutterworth Road, Aylestone, Leicester, LE2 8PG
GoodCQC · Oct 2026
  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Physical disabilities

Aylestone provides specialist residential support in Leicester for adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs and complex health requirements. The service is intended to bring structured support into everyday life while helping people feel settled, connected and more independent.

Its wider organisation offers residential care, supported living and complex nursing services across England and Wales.

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Barclay Street

Run by Chartwell Care Services Limited

148 Barclay Street, Leicester, LE3 0JB
GoodCQC · Feb 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 6 residents in Leicester, run by Chartwell Care Services Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Clarendon Beechlands

Run by Prime Life Limited

28 Central Avenue, Clarendon Park, Leicester, LE2 1TB
GoodCQC · Jan 2025
  • Residential
  • 18 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs or age-related support requirements can receive residential care at Clarendon Beechlands. The home forms part of PrimeLife’s wider provision, which offers support intended to maintain independence, engagement and quality of life.

Residents receive care and support in a comfortable living environment, with assistance available around the clock.

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Five Rivers Living Residential Home

Run by Richan Care (Midlands) Limited

12 Sangha Close, Leicester, LE3 9SW
GoodCQC · Aug 2025
  • Residential
  • 50 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Five Rivers Living Residential Home provides purpose-built residential care for up to 50 older people, with personal care, nursing support and specialist support for dementia and physical disabilities. Care plans are drawn up from assessed needs and risks, then reviewed when requirements change.

A daily activity programme supports social and physical wellbeing, while end-of-life care considers cultural, religious, physical and emotional needs.

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George Hythe House

Run by S5 Care Ltd

1 Croft Road, Leicester, LE4 1HA
GoodCQC · Mar 2025
  • Residential
  • 43 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Dementia-specialising care forms part of George Hythe House’s residential provision for older people in Leicester. The home also supports people with physical disabilities and learning disabilities, within a wider group offering residential, respite and day care.

Individual care plans reflect each resident’s wishes, preferences and physical, emotional and social needs.

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Gwendolen Road Care Home

Run by Allag Care Limited

305 Gwendolen Road, Leicester, LE5 5FP
GoodCQC · Nov 2024
  • Residential
  • 14 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 14 residents in Leicester, run by Allag Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, younger adults and substance misuse.

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Halifax Drive

Run by Lansdowne Road Limited

72 Halifax Drive, Leicester, LE4 2DP
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 33 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 33 residents in Leicester, run by Lansdowne Road Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Hartington Road Care Home

Run by Care 24-7 Leicester Limited

75 Hartington Road, Leicester, LE2 0GQ
GoodCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Dementia
  • Eating disorders
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 8 residents in Leicester, run by Care 24-7 Leicester Limited. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment, younger adults, substance misuse and eating disorders.

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Lansdowne Road (67-71)

Run by Lansdowne Road Limited

67-71 Lansdowne Road, Aylestone, Leicester, LE2 8AS
GoodCQC · Dec 2025
  • Residential
  • 26 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 26 residents in Leicester, run by Lansdowne Road Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Lutterworth View

Run by Heathcotes Care Limited

88 Lutterworth Road, Leicester, LE2 8PG
GoodCQC · Oct 2024
  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Children
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

An eight-bedroom Leicester home, Lutterworth View supports adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs through residential care. Its setting combines shared living with support for everyday achievements, confidence and independence.

The wider organisation also provides supported living and specialist nursing services, but this location is presented as a residential home.

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Marston Court

Run by Marston Court Limited

67-71 Marston Road, Leicester, LE4 9FF
GoodCQC · Jul 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 22 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Marston Court provides 24-hour residential care for people with learning disabilities, mental health conditions and complex needs in Leicester. The home also supports people on a dementia care pathway and can offer both short stays and long-term placements, including respite for carers who need time away.

Its two-storey setting has large lounges and dining areas, two gardens and an annex with five en-suite bedrooms for people being supported…

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Mere Lodge

Run by Mere Lodge Healthcare Limited

93 Mere Road, Leicester, LE5 5GQ
GoodCQC · Feb 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Mere Lodge supports adults with mental health conditions, learning disabilities and associated complex needs in a residential setting. Its care packages are outcome-driven, shaped around each person’s goals and wishes, with support for medical and therapeutic needs.

The home is one of two neighbouring Victorian terrace houses in Highfields, Leicester, with four bedrooms, communal living areas and a courtyard.

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Simmins Crescent/Whitteney Drive

Run by Simmins Crescent Ltd

2-6 Simmins Crescent, Eyres Monsell, Leicester, LE2 9AH
GoodCQC · Aug 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 15 beds
  • Dementia
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 15 residents in Leicester, run by Simmins Crescent Ltd. Supports dementia, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

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Skelton Court

Run by Sanctuary Home Care Limited

41 Ryder Road, Kirby Frith, Leicester, LE3 6UJ
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 15 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Skelton Court provides residential care and support for adults aged 18 or over with learning disabilities and complex or high needs, including dementia. Its 15 en-suite bedrooms are intended for people who need a supported home while working towards as much independence as possible.

Support plans are developed with residents, families, carers and health professionals, and the level of help can range from day-to-day support to 24-hour care.

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Spinney Lodge

Run by Mere Lodge Healthcare Limited

91 Mere Road, Leicester, LE5 5GQ
GoodCQC · Jul 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 4 residents in Leicester, run by Mere Lodge Healthcare Limited. Supports learning disabilities, mental health and younger adults.

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Toller Road

Run by Cygnet (OE) Limited

13 Toller Road, Leicester, LE2 3HP
GoodCQC · Apr 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 8 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Care home with nursing for 8 residents in Leicester, run by Cygnet (OE) Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities, mental health and younger adults.

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What to look for in learning disability care homes

  1. Communication methods matched to the person’s preferences

    Communication methods matched to the person’s preferences and needs.

  2. Support for independence

    Support for independence, relationships, work, education and community life.

  3. Positive behaviour support

    Positive behaviour support and clear safeguarding arrangements.

Questions families ask

What should learning disability care homes offer?

Good learning disability support should be person-centred, promote choice and help people maintain skills and community connections. Ask how communication and decision-making are adapted for each resident.

How many learning disability care homes are there in Leicester?

40 learning disability care homes in Leicester are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which learning disability care homes in Leicester are rated Outstanding?

Asra House Residential Care Home.

How much does a care home cost in Leicester?

Leicester council paid on average £1,062 a week for residential care and £1,306 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £2,066 and £1,225. 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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