Expert Analysis of Torquay Care Homes
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Torquay 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 Torquay
Across Torquay 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 42 homes
42 homes currently lack a registered manager
Official Rating Breakdown
CQC Quality by Domain
Average scores across Torquay care homes
Torquay homes rate strongest on Caring and weakest on Safe.
Inspection Freshness
How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator
86% 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 Torquay
Based on public financial records · 42 homes analysed
Torquay 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.
Strongest quality domain at 3.0/4. When visiting, ask about “Safe” — it scores lowest at 2.7/4.
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. 71% of 42 analysed homes are financially stable.
Average inspection age. 0% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.
Care Standards in Torquay
Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 46 homes
Overall quality
70%
Good or Outstanding
Largest specialist signal
45 homes
Alzheimer's support (98%)
Food hygiene
4.9/5
39 homes with FSA data
Financial resilience
71%
show no financial risk indicators
Specialist Care Coverage
45 (98%)
Alzheimer's
43 (93%)
Stroke Recovery
25 (54%)
Dementia
24 (52%)
Physical Disability
21 (46%)
Mental Health
16 (35%)
Learning Disability
Food Hygiene
39 of Torquay homes assessed
Financial Health
42 of 46 homes assessed
Show low public financial risk
Care Homes by Torquay Area
Care homes across Torquay's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location
TQ1
One of Torquay's most well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.
37 care homes available
TQ2
One of Torquay's most well-served areas for care, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.
9 care homes available
All 46 Homes Analysed
Every care home in our Torquay 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 Torquay
Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.
How many care homes are in Torquay?
Torquay has 46 registered care homes (8 nursing, 39 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.
What is the average cost of a care home in Torquay?
Weekly costs in Torquay range from £1,200 to £1,501. The average is £1,445/week. Nursing care averages £1,460/week while residential care averages £1,439/week. Prices vary significantly by area — TQ2 averages £1,373/week while TQ2 is £1,373/week.
Which Torquay areas have the best care homes?
TQ2, TQ1 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. TQ2 leads with 75% of homes meeting this standard.
How many dementia care homes are in Torquay?
25 homes offer specialist dementia care in Torquay, representing 54% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.
Are there mental health care homes in Torquay?
21 homes in Torquay specialise in mental health support, covering 46% of the local market.
What is the food hygiene standard in Torquay care homes?
Across 39 homes with FSA data in Torquay, the average food hygiene rating is 4.9 out of 5. 100% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.
Are Torquay care homes financially stable?
Of the 42 homes with financial data in Torquay, 71% 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 Torquay
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.
Torquay 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.
Alpine Lodge RCH Limited, Torquay
The Tobias Centre, Torquay
Mr 'C's, Torquay
Beechcroft, Torquay
Rawlyn House, Torquay
Sesame, Torquay
Hatt House, Torquay
Keychange Charity Erith House Care Home, Torquay
Southbourne Care Home, Torquay
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