Care Homes in Morpeth
Morpeth has 12 CQC registered care homes. 11 are rated Good, 1 Requires improvement. 3 of the 12 were last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
Morpeth at a glance
What the local numbers say about care for older people in Morpeth, to help you judge the options below.
- Northumberland County Council pays, residential care: £882 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,331 to £1,392, median £1,369
- Care home beds filled across Northumberland: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 72
- People aged 75 and over: 45,100. Rising to 56,100 by 2035, up 25%
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 4 changed owner, covering 167 beds.
- Who pays, across Northumberland (estimate): 54% council, 35% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 5,800. Rising to 7,600 by 2035, up 31%
- People aged 85 and over: 11,000. Rising to 17,500 by 2035, up 59%
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Arranging care in Morpeth and working out who pays
The assessment that shapes everything else
It is tempting to start with buildings and brochures, but the assessment is what establishes on paper the level of care someone actually needs. Any adult who appears to need help with daily living can ask for a free care needs assessment, and a relative may request one on their behalf. Northumberland County Council carries out that assessment for people living in Morpeth, identifies which needs are eligible, and records how they should be met. Anyone providing unpaid care can also ask for a separate assessment of their own needs.
Funding, fees and what they include
A financial assessment follows and takes account of income, savings and, in most residential cases, the value of a property, in order to decide whether the council contributes towards the fees. Some placements are funded in full, some in part, and some are met privately, and the assessment is the only dependable way to establish which applies. Residential fees are quoted weekly and reflect the room and the level of support required, so ask each home for its current rate in writing. Check what falls outside that figure as well, since hairdressing, chiropody and outings are often billed separately and mount up over a year.
If circumstances change
Needs rarely stay still, and a placement that suits someone now may not suit them in two years. Ask how a home reassesses residents, how fees change when more support is required, and what the arrangement is if savings fall to the point where council funding becomes relevant.
Choosing between the homes in Morpeth and what to check
What the ratings across these twelve show
Eleven homes hold a rating of Good, among them Heatherdale Residential Home, Hazelmead Residential Care Home, Hepscott Care Centre, No 11&12 Third Row, Foxton Court, Elpha Lodge Residential Care Home, Rothbury Cottage Care Ltd, Flexible Support Options Limited (Pengarth), Bentinck Crescent, Scottlyn and Wilkinson Park. Riverside House is currently rated Requires Improvement. A rating below Good describes what inspectors found on a particular visit rather than a permanent verdict, so read the report and ask the manager what has changed since.
What to watch for on a visit
Pay attention to how staff speak to residents when they are not showing anyone round, because that is where the character of a home shows itself. Ask about staffing levels overnight, how long the registered manager has been in post, and what the home does when somebody becomes unsettled or distressed. Find out how the home decides that a resident's needs have outgrown what it can offer, since that answer is what prevents a second move later on.
The practical questions
Ask to see a sample menu and the activities programme, and ask what happens for someone who would rather not join in. Check whether a bedroom can be furnished with personal belongings, how visitors are welcomed and at what hours, and how families are kept informed between visits. With eleven homes rated Good to choose from, you can afford to be particular about the details that will matter day to day.
12 care homes in Morpeth
- Heatherdale Residential Home · South Broomhill, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9RT
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Wellburn Care Homes Limited
We at Heatherdale Residential Home offer warm, dedicated residential care in the historic market town of Morpeth, providing a welcoming home for older people, including those living with dementia. Nestled within the heart of...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Respite Care - Foxton Court · Morpeth Cottage Hospital, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2BT
Care home · CQC Good · Run by HC-One No.2 Limited
Foxton Court is a residential care home in Morpeth, Northumberland. We support older people who need help through the day, including many living with dementia, people with a physical disability and people who are blind, partially sighted,...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Elpha Lodge Residential Care Home · Elpha Lodge, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9RR
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Elpha Lodge Residential Care Home Limited
Elpha Lodge Residential Care Home sits in Morpeth, Northumberland, and provides a home for adults who need support with daily living. We are a residential home rather than a large institution, and that shapes how the day runs. People get...
Specialisms: Physical Disability, Respite Care - Rothbury Cottage Care · Rothbury Community Hospital, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7RW
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Rothbury Cottage Care Ltd
Rothbury Cottage Care is a residential home in Morpeth, Northumberland. We support people living with dementia, people with a physical disability, and people who are blind, partially sighted, deaf or hard of hearing. Some of the people...
Specialisms: Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - No 11&12 Third Row · 11 & 12 Third Row, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5SB
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Mr J & Mrs D Cole
No 11 and 12 Third Row is a small residential care home in Morpeth, Northumberland, and we support adults with learning disabilities and autistic people. Respite stays are available too, giving families a planned break in the knowledge...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care - Hepscott Care Centre · Choppington Road, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6NX
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Kay Care Services Ltd
Hepscott Care Centre is a residential care home in Morpeth, Northumberland, providing care for older people, including people living with dementia. We also offer respite stays for those who need care for a shorter period. Life here runs at...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Respite Care - Riverside House · Low Stanners, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1TE
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by Riverside House Propco Limited
Riverside House is a residential care home in Morpeth. We provide a permanent home for people who need care and support around the clock, with a particular focus on supporting those living with dementia. Dementia care done properly is...
Specialisms: Dementia Care, Respite Care - Bentinck Crescent · 39-40 Bentinck Crescent, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6SX
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Community Integrated Care
Bentinck Crescent is a residential care home in Morpeth, Northumberland. We support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, people with physical disabilities, those with sight or hearing loss, people managing an eating...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care, Eating Disorders - Wilkinson Park · Harbottle, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7DP
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Careline Lifestyles (UK) Ltd
Wilkinson Park is a residential care home near Morpeth. We support adults with a learning disability or autism, people living with dementia or a mental health condition, people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing...
Specialisms: Dementia Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Respite Care - Flexible Support Options (Pengarth) · Windmill Hil, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5HU
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Flexible Support Options Limited
Pengarth is a residential care home in Morpeth, Northumberland. We support adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, people with mental health needs, people with physical disabilities and people with a visual or hearing...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Scottlyn · Mile Road, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5QR
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Park View Care (North East) Limited
At Scottlyn, we offer a warm and welcoming home for the people who live with us in the heart of Morpeth, Northumberland. We are proud to provide residential care for older people, younger adults, and individuals with a learning disability...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Hazelmead Residential Care Home · 3 Elpha Court, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9RR
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Elpha Lodge Residential Care Home Limited
Here at Hazelmead, we provide residential care for adults in the heart of Morpeth, Northumberland. Our home supports people with learning disabilities and autism, and we also offer respite care for those who need a short break from their...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care
What care costs in Northumberland, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care North East figure, because too few Northumberland homes publish this price. 13 homes. Median £1,369. | £882 | £1,331 to £1,392 |
| Nursing care England figure, because too few Northumberland homes publish this price. 140 homes. Median £1,916. | £883 | £1,600 to £2,071 |
| Residential dementia care North East figure, because too few Northumberland homes publish this price. 14 homes. Median £1,458. | Not published separately | £1,268 to £1,548 |
| Nursing dementia care England figure, because too few Northumberland homes publish this price. 75 homes. Median £2,050. | Not published separately | £1,890 to £2,221 |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price. Powered by Orrery Intelligence.
Inspected most recently
- Foxton Court, 30 July 2026, Good
- Riverside House, 19 February 2026, Requires improvement
- Hazelmead Residential Care Home, 15 December 2025, Good
Longest since a report
- Scottlyn, 15 October 2020, Good
- Hepscott Care Centre, 3 December 2022, Good
- Flexible Support Options Limited (Pengarth), 12 July 2023, Good
Frequently asked questions about care homes in Morpeth
How many care homes are there in Morpeth?
Morpeth has 12 CQC registered care homes: 11 Good, 1 Requires improvement. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
How much does a care home cost in Morpeth?
Northumberland County Council pays an average of £882 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,331 to £1,392 a week. North East figure, because too few Northumberland homes publish this price. 13 homes. Median £1,369. Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
Which care homes in Morpeth were inspected most recently?
Foxton Court (30 July 2026), Riverside House (19 February 2026) and Hazelmead Residential Care Home (15 December 2025) have the most recent CQC reports.