Expert Analysis of Dover Care Homes
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Dover Care Home Market
Key figures for the local care home market, drawn from regulatory, financial, and food safety data
Based on official inspection reports
Higher than the national median — our Care Home Cost Calculator shows the council top-up risk
What the local care home market looks like in Dover
Across Dover and surrounding areas
Higher than the national median — our Care Home Cost Calculator shows the council top-up risk
Homes trending upward based on recent official inspections
Based on public financial records found for 30 homes
31 homes currently lack a registered manager
Official Rating Breakdown
CQC Quality by Domain
Average scores across Dover care homes
Dover homes rate strongest on Responsive and weakest on Safe.
Inspection Freshness
How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator
97% of homes have ratings over 3 years old. Our reports verify against multiple data sources to give you a more current picture.
Public Financial Risk
Public company filing signals across company-backed care homes in Dover
Based on public financial records · 30 homes analysed
Dover Market Analysis 2026
Registered care homes for older adults across Dover and surrounding areas.
Of homes meet the quality standard. Our reports help you identify the strongest options.
Strongest quality domain at 3.1/4. When visiting, ask about “Safe” — it scores lowest at 2.8/4.
Of homes currently lack a registered manager — ask about this during your visit, as it affects day-to-day oversight.
Show signs of financial stress — worth checking before you commit. 43% of 30 analysed homes are financially stable.
Average inspection age. 0% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.
Care Standards in Dover
Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 31 homes
Overall quality
79%
Good or Outstanding
Largest specialist signal
30 homes
Alzheimer's support (97%)
Food hygiene
4.9/5
18 homes with FSA data
Financial resilience
43%
show no financial risk indicators
Specialist Care Coverage
30 (97%)
Alzheimer's
30 (97%)
Stroke Recovery
18 (58%)
Learning Disability
14 (45%)
Palliative / End of Life
13 (42%)
Dementia
11 (35%)
Parkinson's
Food Hygiene
18 of Dover homes assessed
Financial Health
30 of 31 homes assessed
Show low public financial risk
Care Homes by Dover Area
Care homes across Dover's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location
CT16
One of Dover's most well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.
18 care homes available
CT17
One of Dover's most well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.
9 care homes available
CT15
A affordable well-regarded area with a solid range of care options, with homes offering specialist dementia care. Costs sit below the Dover average, offering good value.
4 care homes available
All 31 Homes Analysed
Every care home in our Dover database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Dover
Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.
How many care homes are in Dover?
Dover has 31 registered care homes (5 nursing, 26 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.
What is the average cost of a care home in Dover?
Weekly costs in Dover range from £0 to £950. The average is £1,475/week. Nursing care averages £1,376/week while residential care averages £1,495/week. Prices vary significantly by area — CT15 averages £1,263/week while CT15 is £1,263/week.
Which Dover areas have the best care homes?
CT15, CT16, CT17 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. CT15 leads with 100% of homes meeting this standard.
How many dementia care homes are in Dover?
13 homes offer specialist dementia care in Dover, representing 42% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.
Is palliative care available in Dover?
Yes, 14 homes in Dover provide palliative or end-of-life care. Our reports can help you compare these homes on quality, staffing, and cost.
What is the food hygiene standard in Dover care homes?
Across 18 homes with FSA data in Dover, the average food hygiene rating is 4.9 out of 5. 100% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.
Are Dover care homes financially stable?
Of the 30 homes with financial data in Dover, 43% show no financial risk indicators. Our reports flag any homes with medium, high, or critical financial risk.
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RCH Score methodology
How we rank care homes in Dover
Score 0–10 · updated monthly
CQC inspections can be 2–4 years old. Our RCH Score combines the official inspection result with live signals — real reviews, quality trajectory, and financial stability — to surface homes that are performing well today, not just at the last inspection.
CQC inspection rating
40%The official Care Quality Commission rating — Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate. The primary quality signal, but can be up to 4 years old.
Online reviews
30%Average star rating from verified public reviews across the web, weighted by volume. Reflects the day-to-day experience of residents and families. Only counted when 10+ reviews exist.
CQC trend
15%Whether the home's rating has been improving, stable, or declining across its last three inspections. An improving trajectory can offset an older rating.
Financial stability
15%Operational risk derived from Companies House filings — profit/loss trend, debt levels, and director changes. Financially stressed homes face higher closure and quality risk.
Rankings are calculated from public data only. We do not accept referral fees or paid placements from care homes.
The RCH Score is a decision-support tool, not a definitive ranking. Always visit a home in person and ask for the latest CQC inspection report before making a decision.
Dover homes that look strongest on current public evidence
Not a sponsored listing. These homes rise to the top on current CQC, review, trend and financial signals.
Wolverton Court, Dover
Laureston House Residential Home, Dover
Whitfield, Dover
Brambling Lodge, Dover
Applecroft Care Home, Dover
Brambling House, Dover
United Response - 1 St Alphege Road, Dover
St. Michaels, Dover
The Glen, Dover
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