Expert Analysis of Hove Care Homes
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Hove 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 Hove
Across Hove 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 46 homes
40 homes currently lack a registered manager
Official Rating Breakdown
CQC Quality by Domain
Average scores across Hove care homes
Hove homes rate strongest on Responsive and weakest on Well-Led.
Inspection Freshness
How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator
88% 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 Hove
Based on public financial records · 46 homes analysed
Hove Market Analysis 2026
Projected increase in over-65s by 2033, driving demand for care home places.
Of homes meet the quality standard. Our reports help you identify the strongest options.
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. 54% of 46 analysed homes are financially stable.
Average inspection age. 0% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.
Care Standards in Hove
Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 51 homes
Overall quality
82%
Good or Outstanding
Largest specialist signal
50 homes
Alzheimer's support (98%)
Food hygiene
4.8/5
45 homes with FSA data
Financial resilience
54%
show no financial risk indicators
Specialist Care Coverage
50 (98%)
Alzheimer's
49 (96%)
Stroke Recovery
28 (55%)
Palliative / End of Life
19 (37%)
Dementia
16 (31%)
Parkinson's
14 (27%)
Learning Disability
Food Hygiene
45 of Hove homes assessed
Financial Health
46 of 51 homes assessed
Show low public financial risk
Care Homes by Hove Area
Care homes across Hove's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location
All 51 Homes Analysed
Every care home in our Hove database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.
Why families in Hove use RightCareHome
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Without independent analysis
- 51 homes to compare manually
- Outdated directory data from years ago
- Commission-driven recommendations
- Hidden quality and safety issues
With RightCareHome
- A clearer view of where quality, cost and risk differ before you check any one home
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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Hove
Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.
How many care homes are in Hove?
Hove has 51 registered care homes (16 nursing, 36 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.
What is the average cost of a care home in Hove?
Weekly costs in Hove range from £1,300 to £1,850. The average is £1,827/week. Nursing care averages £1,855/week while residential care averages £1,814/week. Prices vary significantly by area — BN3 averages £1,827/week while BN3 is £1,827/week.
Which Hove areas have the best care homes?
BN3 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. BN3 leads with 82% of homes meeting this standard.
How many dementia care homes are in Hove?
19 homes offer specialist dementia care in Hove, representing 37% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.
Is palliative care available in Hove?
Yes, 28 homes in Hove 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 Hove care homes?
Across 45 homes with FSA data in Hove, the average food hygiene rating is 4.8 out of 5. 98% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.
Are Hove care homes financially stable?
Of the 46 homes with financial data in Hove, 54% 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 Hove
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.
Hove 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.
Downlands, Hove
Seaway Nursing Home, Hove
Autumn Lodge, Hove
Fairdene Lodge, Hove
Oaklands, Hove
Wavertree House, Hove
Middleton Grove Nursing Home, Hove
The Pines Nursing Home, Hove
Barford Court, Hove
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