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Expert Analysis of Fareham Care Homes

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Fareham Care Home Market

Key figures for the local care home market, drawn from regulatory, financial, and food safety data

86%
Rated Good or Outstanding

Above the national average — most families here have strong options

£1,543
Nursing Care Average

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 Fareham
44
Care Homes Analysed

Across Fareham and surrounding areas

£1,588
Residential Care Average

Higher than the national median — our Care Home Cost Calculator shows the council top-up risk

24%
On Improving Trajectory

Homes trending upward based on recent official inspections

51%
Low Public Risk

Based on public financial records found for 43 homes

100%
Without Registered Manager

44 homes currently lack a registered manager

Official Rating Breakdown

1 Outstanding35 Good6 Requires Improvement

CQC Quality by Domain

Average scores across Fareham care homes

SafeGood
EffectiveGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
Well-LedGood

Fareham homes rate strongest on Caring and weakest on Well-Led.

Inspection Freshness

How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator

1–3 years3 (7%)
Over 3 years39 (93%)

93% 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 Fareham

22 Low Public Risk6 Medium Public Risk11 High Public Risk4 Critical Public Risk

Based on public financial records · 43 homes analysed

Regional Insight

Fareham Market Analysis 2026

Market Size
44 homes

Registered care homes for older adults across Fareham and surrounding areas.

Quality Rating
86%

Of homes meet the quality standard — giving your family strong choice in Fareham.

Manager Gap
100%

Of homes currently lack a registered manager — ask about this during your visit, as it affects day-to-day oversight.

Financial Risk
15 homes

Show signs of financial stress — worth checking before you commit. 51% of 43 analysed homes are financially stable.

Inspection Freshness
6.0 yrs

Average inspection age. 0% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.

Care Standards in Fareham

Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 44 homes

Overall quality

86%

Good or Outstanding

Largest specialist signal

43 homes

Alzheimer's support (98%)

Food hygiene

4.8/5

32 homes with FSA data

Financial resilience

51%

show no financial risk indicators

Specialist Care Coverage

  • 43 (98%)

    Alzheimer's

  • 42 (95%)

    Stroke Recovery

  • 22 (50%)

    Dementia

  • 19 (43%)

    Learning Disability

  • 18 (41%)

    Palliative / End of Life

  • 17 (39%)

    Mental Health

Food Hygiene

32 of Fareham homes assessed

4.8/ 5
28 5-star3 4-star1 2-star

Financial Health

43 of 44 homes assessed

51%

Show low public financial risk

Low public risk22
Medium public risk6
High / critical public risk15 (35%)
LOCAL CARE INTELLIGENCE

Care Homes by Fareham Area

Care homes across Fareham's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location

6 nursing homes

PO16

One of Fareham's most affordable 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

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,384
Quality Rating82%Good+
1 O13 G3 RI
1.3km to GP4.7km to hospital1km to pharmacy7 bus stops1.3km to station
14/18 Ensuite17/18 Garden12/18 WiFi4/18 Pets OK
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4 nursing homes

Fareham 004

One of Fareham's most sought-after well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

15 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,771
Quality Rating87%Good+
13 G2 RI
0.9km to GP2.4km to hospital0.9km to pharmacy7 bus stops1.7km to station
7/15 Ensuite11/15 Garden7/15 WiFi2/15 Pets OK
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2 of 3 dementia homes Good/Outstanding

PO15

A well-regarded area with a solid range of care options, with homes offering specialist dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

8 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,674
Quality Rating86%Good+
6 G1 RI
1km to GP3km to hospital0.8km to pharmacy8 bus stops1.3km to station
5/8 Ensuite6/8 Garden4/8 WiFi3/8 Lift
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1 of 1 dementia homes Good/Outstanding

PO17

A quieter area with a select choice of care homes, with homes offering specialist dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

3 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,433
Quality Rating100%Good+
3 G
2 bus stops
2/3 Garden1/3 Parking
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All 44 Homes Analysed

Every care home in our Fareham 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 Fareham

Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.

How many care homes are in Fareham?

Fareham has 44 registered care homes (10 nursing, 35 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.

What is the average cost of a care home in Fareham?

Weekly costs in Fareham range from £1,000 to £0. The average is £1,569/week. Nursing care averages £1,543/week while residential care averages £1,588/week. Prices vary significantly by area — PO17 averages £1,433/week while PO16 is £1,384/week.

Which Fareham areas have the best care homes?

PO17, Fareham 004, PO15 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. PO17 leads with 100% of homes meeting this standard.

How many dementia care homes are in Fareham?

22 homes offer specialist dementia care in Fareham, representing 50% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.

Is palliative care available in Fareham?

Yes, 18 homes in Fareham provide palliative or end-of-life care. Our reports can help you compare these homes on quality, staffing, and cost.

Are there mental health care homes in Fareham?

17 homes in Fareham specialise in mental health support, covering 39% of the local market.

What is the food hygiene standard in Fareham care homes?

Across 32 homes with FSA data in Fareham, the average food hygiene rating is 4.8 out of 5. 97% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.

Are Fareham care homes financially stable?

Of the 43 homes with financial data in Fareham, 51% show no financial risk indicators. Our reports flag any homes with medium, high, or critical financial risk.

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Based on official inspections, company accounts, and food hygiene records. Source update timings vary across inspection, pricing, and public records.

RCH Score methodology

How we rank care homes in Fareham

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

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.

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