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Expert Analysis of Shrewsbury Care Homes

Navigate 53+ verified homes with local market data

Shrewsbury Care Home Market

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

77%
Rated Good or Outstanding

Based on official inspection reports

£1,504
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 Shrewsbury
53
Care Homes Analysed

Across Shrewsbury and surrounding areas

£1,396
Residential Care Average

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

19%
On Improving Trajectory

Homes trending upward based on recent official inspections

34%
Low Public Risk

Based on public financial records found for 50 homes

98%
Without Registered Manager

52 homes currently lack a registered manager

Official Rating Breakdown

2 Outstanding35 Good10 Requires Improvement1 Inadequate

CQC Quality by Domain

Average scores across Shrewsbury care homes

SafeGood
EffectiveGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
Well-LedGood

Shrewsbury homes rate strongest on Responsive and weakest on Well-Led.

Inspection Freshness

How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator

1–3 years9 (19%)
Over 3 years39 (81%)

81% 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 Shrewsbury

17 Low Public Risk21 Medium Public Risk11 High Public Risk1 Critical Public Risk

Based on public financial records · 50 homes analysed

Regional Insight

Shrewsbury Market Analysis 2026

Market Size
53 homes

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

Quality Rating
77%

Of homes meet the quality standard. Our reports help you identify the strongest options.

Inspection Strength
Responsive

Strongest quality domain at 3.0/4. When visiting, ask about “Well-Led” — it scores lowest at 2.7/4.

Manager Gap
98%

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

Financial Risk
12 homes

Show signs of financial stress — worth checking before you commit. 34% of 50 analysed homes are financially stable.

Inspection Freshness
5.4 yrs

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

Care Standards in Shrewsbury

Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 53 homes

Overall quality

77%

Good or Outstanding

Largest specialist signal

50 homes

Alzheimer's support (94%)

Food hygiene

4.9/5

28 homes with FSA data

Financial resilience

34%

show no financial risk indicators

Specialist Care Coverage

  • 50 (94%)

    Alzheimer's

  • 50 (94%)

    Stroke Recovery

  • 32 (60%)

    Physical Disability

  • 26 (49%)

    Learning Disability

  • 24 (45%)

    Dementia

  • 22 (42%)

    Palliative / End of Life

Food Hygiene

28 of Shrewsbury homes assessed

4.9/ 5
26 5-star2 4-star

Financial Health

50 of 53 homes assessed

34%

Show low public financial risk

Low public risk17
Medium public risk21
High / critical public risk12 (24%)
LOCAL CARE INTELLIGENCE

Care Homes by Shrewsbury Area

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

1 nursing homes

Shropshire 014

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

16 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,437
Quality Rating75%Good+
12 G3 RI1 I
2.6km to GP0.9km to pharmacy1 bus stops1km to station
7/16 Ensuite11/16 Garden6/16 WiFi2/16 Pets OK
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6 nursing homes

SY3

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

13 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,357
Quality Rating77%Good+
10 G3 RI
0.9km to GP2km to hospital0.5km to pharmacy2 bus stops2.7km to station
8/13 Ensuite11/13 Garden10/13 WiFi3/13 Pets OK
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1 nursing homes

SY5

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

10 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,474
Quality Rating88%Good+
1 O6 G1 RI
1.5km to GP3.9km to hospital1.4km to pharmacy3 bus stops
4/10 Ensuite5/10 Garden2/10 WiFi1/10 Pets OK
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3 nursing homes

SY2

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

8 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,507
Quality Rating80%Good+
4 G1 RI
0.6km to GP4.2km to hospital0.7km to pharmacy3 bus stops1.8km to station
4/8 Ensuite4/8 Garden5/8 WiFi2/8 Pets OK
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2 nursing homes

SY1

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

6 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,357
Quality Rating67%Good+
1 O3 G2 RI
0.6km to GP3km to hospital0.6km to pharmacy6 bus stops0.9km to station
4/6 Ensuite5/6 Garden3/6 WiFi1/6 Pets OK
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All 53 Homes Analysed

Every care home in our Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury

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

How many care homes are in Shrewsbury?

Shrewsbury has 53 registered care homes (13 nursing, 40 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.

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

Weekly costs in Shrewsbury range from £830 to £2,205. The average is £1,423/week. Nursing care averages £1,504/week while residential care averages £1,396/week. Prices vary significantly by area — SY5 averages £1,474/week while SY3 is £1,357/week.

Which Shrewsbury areas have the best care homes?

SY5, SY2, SY3 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. SY5 leads with 88% of homes meeting this standard.

How many dementia care homes are in Shrewsbury?

24 homes offer specialist dementia care in Shrewsbury, representing 45% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.

Is palliative care available in Shrewsbury?

Yes, 22 homes in Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury care homes?

Across 28 homes with FSA data in Shrewsbury, the average food hygiene rating is 4.9 out of 5. 100% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.

Are Shrewsbury care homes financially stable?

Of the 50 homes with financial data in Shrewsbury, 34% 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 Shrewsbury

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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