Nursing care evidence

Nursing homes in Gateshead

Compare nursing-registered care homes in Gateshead using public inspection ratings, fee signals, review evidence and financial indicators before you build a shortlist.

15

Nursing homes

14

inspection rated

15

Price or financial signal

Local care-type evidence

Nursing homes decision signals in Gateshead

Use these local nursing homes signals before comparing individual homes in Gateshead. We only show sections where the underlying public data is strong enough to help a family compare homes.

Nursing homes

15

15 matching homes in Gateshead; the decision signals below use the currently visible listed homes.

Inspection quality mix

86% Good+

12 of 14 rated homes in the 15-home listed sample are Good or Outstanding. This is not the quality share of all 15 matching homes; rating dates vary.

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Provider records

100% covered

15 visible listed homes have provider-record data; 5 have public-record questions to check.

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Postcode clusters

3

Local postcode clusters have enough matching homes to support area-level comparison.

Starting shortlist

1 home

A compact starting set is available for home-level comparison below.

Coverage and limitations

What this nursing comparison covers

These figures describe the registered inventory in Gateshead. The detailed comparisons below use a smaller set of listed homes with available evidence. Coverage varies; a published rating or fee is not confirmation of current suitability or availability.

15 nursing homes

14 inspection-rated homes

15 price or provider-record signals

15 homes available for comparison

RCH Score methodology

How we rank care homes in Gateshead

Score 0–10 · evidence dates vary

Published inspection ratings, family feedback, rating history and provider-record context help you compare homes. Evidence dates and coverage vary; this score does not confirm today’s care, fees or vacancies.

inspection

inspection inspection rating

40%

The official inspection 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 available family feedback, weighted by volume. Reflects the day-to-day experience of residents and families. Only counted when 10+ reviews exist.

inspection 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.

Provider records

15%

Dated public provider records, where available. We show useful questions and information gaps, not a credit rating or prediction.

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 inspection inspection report before making a decision.

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Full care home dataset for Gateshead (15)

Use the full dataset when you want to browse every analysed home in Gateshead. If you want the strongest starting point first, review the ranked homes and market analysis above.

South Chowdene, Gateshead

Operator: Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Outstanding
Family review insights
Nursing42 bedsFrom £1,224/week4.9 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Who is currently accountable for provider-level decisions, and has local management changed?

NE9 6JE
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Alderwood, Gateshead

Operator: Everyturn

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing29 beds4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Can you explain the provider-level security arrangement for this home?

NE8 1XD
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Armstrong House, Gateshead

Operator: Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing71 beds5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE8 4YG
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Aspen Court, Gateshead

Operator: Atlas Care Homes Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing63 beds3.3 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE8 3PN
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Craigielea Nursing Home, Gateshead

Operator: Solehawk Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing60 beds4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Why were the accounts recorded as overdue, and have they now been filed?

NE9 6AT
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Philips Court, Gateshead

Operator: Akari Care Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing75 beds3.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE9 6RL
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Pinetree Lodge, Gateshead

Operator: Everyturn

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing34 beds4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Can you explain the provider-level security arrangement for this home?

NE9 5BY
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Rosewood House, Gateshead

Operator: Rosewood Care LLP

Good
Family review insights
Nursing78 beds4.5 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE8 2YE
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St Marks Court, Gateshead

Operator: Akari Care Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing60 beds2.9 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE8 3SA
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Wallace House, Gateshead

Operator: Akari Care Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing40 beds2.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE11 9AE
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Enhanced Elderly Care Service - Fellingate Care Centre Limited, Gateshead

Operator: Enhanced Elderly Care Limited

Large care home

Good
Nursing81 beds

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE10 0BD
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Lanchester Court, Gateshead

Operator: Careline Lifestyles (UK) Ltd

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing22 beds4.5 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE9 7AL
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Covent House, Gateshead

Operator: Malhotra Care Homes Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Requires improvement
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing63 beds3.7 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

DH3 2PF
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Primrose House, Gateshead

Operator: Primrose House Ltd

Specialist dementia nursing home

Requires improvement
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing65 beds4.3 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Can you explain this public-record point for this home?

NE10 9PU
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Armstrong House, Gateshead

Operator: Care UK Care Services Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

CQC rating unavailable
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing71 beds

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

NE8 4YG
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Nursing care questions in Gateshead

How do I compare nursing homes in Gateshead?

Start with homes registered for nursing care, then compare inspection ratings, inspection freshness, fees, review signals and financial indicators before arranging visits.

Are nursing homes different from residential care homes in Gateshead?

Nursing homes can support residents who need registered nursing care. Residential care homes usually focus on personal care, accommodation and daily support without continuous nursing provision.

Does RightCareHome rank nursing homes in Gateshead by sponsorship?

No. RightCareHome is funded by families, not care homes. The page uses public evidence such as inspection ratings, costs, review signals and provider records rather than paid placement.

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