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  • Avg. Review Score 9.5
  • Total 2,117 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,312 per week
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Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
16/18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection Award Certificate10292 Reviews
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection Award Certificate
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
"My mum moved into the home six weeks ago, from our initial viewing of the home & the day to day care mum has received since she's been..."Read all 292 reviews

from £1,450 / week114 Rooms

Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Westbourne Tower, a premium provider of dementia care, nursing care and residential care, is ideally situated within easy access to the centre of Bournemouth. Rooms dedicated to respite stays following... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Avon Cliff
50/52 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth BH1 3PE
10119 Reviews
Avon Cliff
Avon Cliff
"Avon Cliff is a wonderful place! It's been a god send for us to know that mum is being so well looked after since coming out of hospital...."Read all 119 reviews

from £1,386 / week52 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

For almost 30 years, Avon Cliff has been a trusted part of the Bournemouth community, offering care in surroundings that feel welcoming, established and reassuring. Close to the town’s amenities and coastline,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Branksome Heights Nursing Home
44 Branksome Wood Road, Bournemouth BH4 9LA
Branksome Heights Nursing Home Award Certificate10134 Reviews
Branksome Heights Nursing Home
Branksome Heights Nursing Home Award Certificate
Branksome Heights Nursing Home
"We are delighted with the care that my brother is receiving at Branksome Heights. There is a lovely atmosphere at the Home and everyone is..."Read all 134 reviews

from £1,599 / week47 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Branksome Heights Nursing Home is a Nursing and Residential home for people who demand the finest environment for quality care in the Bournemouth and Dorset areas. Architects have come up with a design... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Barchester Parley Place Care Home
300 Christchurch Road, West Parley, Ferndown BH22 8SL
Barchester Parley Place Care Home Award Certificate9.937 Reviews
Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Barchester Parley Place Care Home Award Certificate
Barchester Parley Place Care Home
"absoloutely amazing care with seeing such speed in health and happinness since being here. Couldn't reccomend enough!..."Read all 37 reviews

from £1,695 / week68 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Parley Place Care Home has been specifically designed to provide high-quality residential care to older people, including those individuals living with dementia. The home's specialist Memory Lane Community... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Southbourne Beach Care Home - Avery Collection
42 Belle Vue Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3DS
9.9180 Reviews
Southbourne Beach Care Home - Avery Collection
Southbourne Beach Care Home - Avery Collection
"The home provides excellent care to all its residents. My friend is very happy and enjoys all the activities the home provides. The staff..."Read all 180 reviews

from £1,400 / week104 Rooms

Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Southbourne Beach is located a short walk from the sea front and its excellent beaches, perfect for a refreshing walk or for some fresh sea air. The home attracts residents and their families from all... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Queensmount Care Home
18 Queens Park West Drive, Bournemouth BH8 9DA
9.8192 Reviews
Bupa Care Homes
Queensmount Care Home
"My mother was a resident for over 4 years. This is an excellent, well-run home with friendly, capable and efficient staff throughout who..."Read all 192 reviews

from £1,470 / week49 Rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Rated Outstanding in all areas by the CQC (August 2022), Queensmount offers personalised short and long-stay residential and nursing care, including day care and specialist support for people living with... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Seabourne House Care Home
1 Clifton Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3NZ
9.870 Reviews
Seabourne House Care Home
Seabourne House Care Home
"My partner has been a resident in Seabourne House since Nov 2025 as where he was prior to then was not suitable for this needs. I am so..."Read all 70 reviews

from £1,300 / week48 Rooms

Group/Owner Kanesbury Care

Seabourne House Care Home underwent a thorough inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and was awarded an 'Outstanding' rating in January 2018, placing it among the top 2 per cent of care homes... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Evergreens
2 Berkeley Road, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth BH3 7JJ
9.873 Reviews
Evergreens
Evergreens
"My mother was very nervous and apprehensive about the possibility of a care home, from day 1 she has been made to feel welcome and..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,250 / week25 Rooms

In the desirable conservation area of Talbot Woods, The Evergreens is an award-winning Residential Care Home for the elderly offering modern, high quality accommodation in a traditional setting. Care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Muscliff Nursing Home
5 Tolpuddle Gardens, Muscliff, Bournemouth BH9 3RE
9.759 Reviews
Birchstone Care
Muscliff Nursing Home
"My father has advanced dementia and the temporary live in carer decided that she was not able to make care of my father with one day..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,650 / week41 Rooms

Group/Owner Birchstone Care

Muscliff Nursing Home has been purpose-built to achieve a homely living environment for older people with care needs. Together with professional healthcare, the Muscliff Team looks to provide outstanding... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Zetland Court
106-128 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth BH4 8HU
9.795 Reviews
The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
Zetland Court
"Mother was at Zetland Court for some 3 years, a lovely old building in delightful grounds with farthest part looking through a chine to the..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,342 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)

Built in the 1840s, this magnificent house was redesigned and refurbished in the early 1980s. It is situated in its own grounds, a short walk from the beach in a peaceful area of Westbourne, near Bournemouth.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
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Windsor Court Care Home
34 Bodorgan Road, Bournemouth BH2 6NJ
9.757 Reviews
Windsor Court Care Home
Windsor Court Care Home
"Very impressed with the care my father in law receives. He is always happy to see the care staff that look after him. Every member of..."Read all 57 reviews

from £1,300 / week48 Rooms

Group/Owner Beritaz Care

Set in beautiful gardens, Windsor Court is a warm and friendly residential care home, delivering high-quality permanent care and respite care. The home takes a compassionate and understanding approach... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Kingsman House Care Home
11-13 Branksome Wood Road, Bournemouth BH2 6BT
9.6106 Reviews
Kanesbury Care
Kingsman House Care Home
"As a family member, I honestly couldn't be happier with the care my mum receives at Kingsman House. From the very beginning the team made..."Read all 106 reviews

from £1,300 / week73 Rooms

Group/Owner Kanesbury Care

Welcome to Kingsman House, a prestigious care home situated in the heart of Bournemouth's vibrant town centre. The facility offers 69 spacious en-suite bedrooms, fully equipped with modern amenities,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Drumconner Home Bournemouth
20 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR
9.636 Reviews
Drumconner Home Bournemouth
Drumconner Home Bournemouth
"My friend was made to feel at home as soon as she entered Drumconner. She was very anxious and confused but was quickly put at ease by the..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,450 / week37 Rooms

Group/Owner Drumconner Ltd

Drumconner Care Home (with Nursing) is an attractive period house, set in prize-winning gardens within walking distance of Westbourne and the sea. There are 10 brand new luxurious bedrooms, with overhead... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St Anne's Court
16A St Anthony's Road, Meyrick Park, Bournemouth BH2 6PD
9.249 Reviews
St Anne's Court
St Anne's Court
"My sister Madeleine has been resident in St Annes Court for over four years now and is well settled and has been looked after very..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,300 / week26 Rooms

Set within the peaceful surroundings of Meyrick Park conservation area; St Anne’s Court offers a relaxed and carefree lifestyle, away from the burdens of household management. An elegant Edwardian... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Richmondwood
19 Richmond Park Avenue, Queens Park, Bournemouth BH8 9DL
9.744 Reviews
Richmondwood
Richmondwood
"My Aunt has been very well cared for at The Richmondwood Care home. She has been there for many years. Her room is always warm. She is..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,340 / week22 Rooms

Richmondwood is a Bournemouth care home that offers a pleasant and scenic location, where skilled professionals carry out quality elderly care provision while remaining versatile towards residents' lifestyles... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Castle Dene
Throop Road, Bournemouth BH8 0DB
9.6114 Reviews
Castle Dene
Castle Dene
"After several tooth infections my mum had a an appointment at the dental centre. Although not the normal practice to send a carer one was..."Read all 114 reviews

from £1,230 / week50 Rooms

Group/Owner Care South

Castle Dene care home is located between Bournemouth and Christchurch. It benefits from great shopping facilities with Castle Point shopping complex near at hand. There are lots of local attractions and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Blenheim Care Home
17 Dunbar Road, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth BH3 7AZ
9.667 Reviews
Blenheim Care Home
Blenheim Care Home
"My mother in law has recently moved into Blenheim Care Home. The first thing you notice is how warm, friendly and welcoming the staff are,..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,200 / week31 Rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

Blenheim Care Home, in Dorset, is situated in a scenic wooded area where an experienced care team provide a person-centred service. Blenheim hosts many comfortable communal areas including a large... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Talbot View
66 Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth BH10 4HG
9.585 Reviews
Talbot View
Talbot View
"Talbot View was by far the best option for our mother, having looked at several other homes in the Bournemouth area. The home has the..."Read all 85 reviews

from £1,445 / week59 Rooms

Group/Owner Care South

Talbot View is a modern and welcoming purpose-built residential and dementia care home in Ensbury Park, Bournemouth. Talbot View has 59 welcoming and comfortable, fully furnished rooms, as well as... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Great Oaks Care Home
Poole Lane, Bournemouth BH11 9DP
8.594 Reviews
Great Oaks Care Home
Great Oaks Care Home
"My mum was a resident at Great Oaks for a few weeks before her recent passing. The care and kindness the staff showed her was outstanding...."Read all 94 reviews

80 Rooms

Great Oaks is a beautiful and modern care home that is purpose-built to put your needs first. Great Oaks is set in a private woodland and the home boasts a beautiful courtyard and landscaped garden... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Adamscourt
7 Talbot Avenue, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth BH3 7HP
9.528 Reviews
Adamscourt
Adamscourt
"A small intimate, and homely care home where the resident counts as part of the family. Excellent care was given to my mother in her last..."Read all 28 reviews

from £1,000 / week25 Rooms

Group/Owner Vauxian Hotels Ltd

Adamscourt Care Home is an AWARD-WINNING family-run Dementia Care Home in the Bournemouth area and part of Vauxian Care Homes. This outstanding care home is set within beautiful, landscaped gardens... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Fair Haven
23 Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QQ

30 Rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
St Bridget's Care Centre
14 East Avenue, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth BH3 7BY

from £1,200 / week12 Rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Stratfield Lodge
63 Wellington Road, Bournemouth BH8 8JL

17 Rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Highview
42/44 Foxholes Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3AT
1 Reviews

from £1,250 / week19 Rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care

Frequently Asked Questions about Bournemouth Area Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in Bournemouth Area

Average older person care home costs in Bournemouth Area by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 33 older person care homes with fees listed in Bournemouth Area.

Type of Care ProvidedBournemouth AreaDorsetEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,316£1,363£1,305£1,310
Residential Dementia Care£1,366£1,427£1,334£1,339
Nursing Care£1,581£1,607£1,565£1,552
Nursing Dementia Care£1,643£1,626£1,580£1,571
All Care Types£1,312£1,368£1,316£1,323

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Bournemouth Area Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 32 care homes with fees listed.
£1,316 per week
  • 3.6% below Dorset average
  • 0.8% above England average
  • 0.5% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 23 care homes with fees listed.
£1,366 per week
  • 4.5% below Dorset average
  • 2.4% above England average
  • 2.0% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 6 care homes with fees listed.
£1,581 per week
  • 1.6% below Dorset average
  • 1.0% above England average
  • 1.9% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 3 care homes with fees listed.
£1,643 per week
  • 1.0% above Dorset average
  • 4.0% above England average
  • 4.6% above UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Bournemouth Area?

There are 71 Older Person Care Homes in Bournemouth Area, including 10 Nursing Homes & 61 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Bournemouth Area have the highest Review Score?

Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection, Avon Cliff & Branksome Heights Nursing Home are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Bournemouth Area.

Which older person care homes in Bournemouth Area offer Nursing Care?

Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection, Avon Cliff & Branksome Heights Nursing Home are some of the 8 Nursing Homes in Bournemouth Area.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Bournemouth Area?

There are 36 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Bournemouth Area including Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection, Branksome Heights Nursing Home & Barchester Parley Place Care Home.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Bournemouth Area?

Respite Care is offered by 46 elderly care homes in Bournemouth Area including Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection, Avon Cliff & Branksome Heights Nursing Home.

How many older person care homes listings in Bournemouth Area have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 42 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly care homes in Bournemouth Area have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 4 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which elderly care homes in Bournemouth Area have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Awards in Bournemouth Area include Barchester Parley Place Care Home, Branksome Heights Nursing Home & Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection.