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Expert Analysis of Southsea Care Homes

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Southsea Care Home Market

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

81%
Rated Good or Outstanding

Based on official inspection reports

£1,611
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 Southsea
17
Care Homes Analysed

Across Southsea and surrounding areas

£1,573
Residential Care Average

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

50%
On Improving Trajectory

Homes trending upward based on recent official inspections

53%
Low Public Risk

Based on public financial records found for 17 homes

94%
Without Registered Manager

16 homes currently lack a registered manager

Official Rating Breakdown

13 Good2 Requires Improvement1 Inadequate

CQC Quality by Domain

Average scores across Southsea care homes

SafeGood
EffectiveGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
Well-LedGood

Southsea homes rate strongest on Responsive and weakest on Safe.

Inspection Freshness

How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator

1–3 years2 (13%)
Over 3 years14 (88%)

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 Southsea

9 Low Public Risk6 Medium Public Risk2 High Public Risk

Based on public financial records · 17 homes analysed

Regional Insight

Southsea Market Analysis 2026

Population Growth
+14.8%

Projected increase in over-65s by 2033, driving demand for care home places.

Quality Rating
81%

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

Manager Gap
94%

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

Financial Risk
2 homes

Show signs of financial stress — worth checking before you commit. 53% of 17 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 Southsea

Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 17 homes

Overall quality

81%

Good or Outstanding

Largest specialist signal

17 homes

Alzheimer's support (100%)

Food hygiene

4.8/5

12 homes with FSA data

Financial resilience

53%

show no financial risk indicators

Specialist Care Coverage

  • 17 (100%)

    Alzheimer's

  • 17 (100%)

    Stroke Recovery

  • 9 (53%)

    Dementia

  • 9 (53%)

    Mental Health

  • 7 (41%)

    Physical Disability

  • 6 (35%)

    Palliative / End of Life

Food Hygiene

12 of Southsea homes assessed

4.8/ 5
11 5-star1 2-star

Financial Health

17 of 17 homes assessed

53%

Show low public financial risk

Low public risk9
Medium public risk6
High / critical public risk2 (12%)

Why families in Southsea use RightCareHome

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Without independent analysis

  • 17 homes to compare manually
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  • Hidden quality and safety issues

With RightCareHome

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Southsea

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

How many care homes are in Southsea?

Southsea has 17 registered care homes (4 nursing, 13 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.

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

Weekly costs in Southsea range from £1,573 to £0. The average is £1,582/week. Nursing care averages £1,611/week while residential care averages £1,573/week. Prices vary significantly by area — Portsmouth 018 averages £1,573/week while Portsmouth 018 is £1,573/week.

Which Southsea areas have the best care homes?

Portsmouth 018, PO4 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. Portsmouth 018 leads with 91% of homes meeting this standard.

How many dementia care homes are in Southsea?

9 homes offer specialist dementia care in Southsea, representing 53% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.

Is palliative care available in Southsea?

Yes, 6 homes in Southsea 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 Southsea?

9 homes in Southsea specialise in mental health support, covering 53% of the local market.

What is the food hygiene standard in Southsea care homes?

Across 12 homes with FSA data in Southsea, the average food hygiene rating is 4.8 out of 5. 92% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.

Are Southsea care homes financially stable?

Of the 17 homes with financial data in Southsea, 53% 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 Southsea

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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