Can Derby City Council pay for a nursing home place?

It can, once a care needs assessment has confirmed that residential nursing care is the right way to meet a person's needs. A financial assessment then looks at income and capital to decide how much of the weekly fee the council will meet. Where a registered nurse is required, a separate contribution towards nursing is paid by the health service directly to the home. If a family chooses a home costing more than the council will pay, a third party may be asked to meet the difference.

How do we arrange a care needs assessment in Derby?

Contact the adult social care team at Derby City Council and ask for a care needs assessment, which can be requested by the person themselves, a relative, a GP or a hospital team. The assessment is free and does not depend on income or savings. A social care practitioner will look at daily living, mobility, medication and clinical needs, and will record which needs are eligible for support. The financial assessment is carried out separately and decides who pays what.

How far ahead should we start looking at nursing homes?

Start as soon as nursing care looks likely rather than waiting for a crisis, because good homes often have waiting lists and a rushed decision is rarely the right one. Several weeks gives you time to visit more than once, read inspection reports properly and sort out funding. Hospital discharge sometimes compresses that timetable, in which case ask about an interim placement rather than accepting a permanent one under pressure. Keeping notes from each visit makes a fast decision easier if you need to make one.

Which providers in Derby offer nursing care?

Twenty seven providers registered to deliver nursing care are listed on this page, each one with its own profile. They include homes such as Langdale Heights, Littleover Nursing Home and Abbey Court Nursing and Residential Home, alongside others offering the same registration. Each profile sets out the current Care Quality Commission rating and links to the inspection report behind it. Working through the list is the quickest way to see which homes are registered for the level of care you need.

What should we ask when visiting a nursing home in Derby?

Ask how many registered nurses and care staff are on duty by day and at night, and how often the home relies on agency cover. Ask how care plans are written and reviewed, how families are told about falls or infections, and what support the home offers at the end of life. Practical questions matter too, such as visiting arrangements, what happens to belongings and whether residents can bring their own furniture. Finish by asking the manager what the home is working on improving.

What is the difference between a care home and a nursing home?

A care home provides accommodation, meals and help with personal care such as washing, dressing and medication prompts. A nursing home is registered for the same support but also has registered nurses on duty at all times, so clinical tasks like wound care, injections, catheter management and complex medication can be handled on site. Every provider on this page holds nursing registration. If needs are mainly social rather than clinical, a residential placement may suit better and usually costs less.

Nursing Homes in Derby

Derby has 28 CQC registered nursing homes. 18 are rated Good, 1 Outstanding, 9 Requires improvement. 11 of the 28 were last inspected more than three years ago.

Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.

Derby at a glance

What the numbers say about care for older people in Derby.

Derby City Council pays, residential care: £809 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,233 to £1,449, median £1,356
Care home beds filled across Derby: 86%. The 12 month average is 85%.
Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 92
People aged 75 and over: 22,900. Rising to 26,200 by 2035, up 15%
Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 14 changed owner, covering 585 beds.
Who pays, across Derby (estimate): 39% council, 36% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 3,000. Rising to 3,700 by 2035, up 21%
People aged 85 and over: 6,500. Rising to 8,700 by 2035, up 35%

Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.

Planning and Paying for Nursing Care in Derby

Arrangements usually run in a particular order, and following that order saves a great deal of backtracking. An assessment comes first, funding is settled second, and the shortlist is drawn up once both are clear, because eligibility and budget together decide which of the twenty seven nursing homes on this page are realistic.

Requesting a care needs assessment

Anyone who appears to need support can ask for an assessment, and a relative, a GP or a hospital discharge team can make that request on their behalf. The assessment looks at mobility, personal care, continence, medication and the level of clinical input required, and it ends in a written record of eligible needs. Derby City Council Adult Social Care is the body responsible for carrying this out and for the financial assessment that follows, which establishes what the council will contribute towards a placement and what the person is expected to meet themselves.

Funding a nursing placement

Nursing care sits across two funding systems, so it pays to ask about both. Where a registered nurse is needed, a contribution towards that element is paid directly to the home by the health service rather than to the resident. Where needs are primarily health related rather than social, a separate assessment can lead to the full package being funded through the health service instead. Families who fund privately are still entitled to an assessment, and asking for one early keeps the options open if savings reduce later.

Getting a clear view of the cost

Fees are set by each provider and differ across the homes listed here, so ask for a written schedule rather than a headline figure. Check what the weekly fee covers and what is charged separately, such as hairdressing, chiropody or escorted appointments. Ask how often fees are reviewed, what happens to the room during a hospital stay, and what the home does if privately funded savings fall to the point where council support begins.

Choosing a Nursing Home in Derby and What to Check

Reading the inspection outcomes properly

Among the twenty seven homes gathered here, one holds an Outstanding rating, nineteen are rated Good and seven are rated Requires Improvement. Langdale Heights is the home currently rated Outstanding. A rating is a judgement made on a particular date, so open the report itself and look at which of the five key questions fell short and whether the concerns touched on safety, staffing or medicines. A home rated Requires Improvement is not automatically ruled out, but you should expect the manager to explain plainly what changed afterwards.

What to look for on a visit

Arrive without a fixed script and pay attention to atmosphere first. Notice whether residents are occupied or simply seated, whether staff speak to people by name, and how quickly call bells are answered. Ask how many nurses and carers are on duty overnight, how often agency staff are used, and how the home handles pressure care, falls and end of life support. Mealtimes are particularly revealing, so try to visit during one.

Drawing up a shortlist

Two or three homes is a workable shortlist, and a second visit at a different time of day tells you more than a longer first tour. Ask whether a trial stay is possible, how care plans are reviewed and how families are kept informed when something changes. Think practically about travel as well, because the home that relatives can reach easily is the one that gets regular visitors.

28 nursing homes in Derby

Elderflower House Nursing and Residential Care Home · 43 Belper Road, Derby, Derby, DE1 3EP
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by Sunbreeze Healthcare Limited
We at Elderflower House Nursing and Residential Care Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the heart of Derby, providing a welcoming home for older people and adults living with a wide range of needs. Set within the DE...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Abbeydale · 182 Duffield Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1BJ
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Willover Property Limited
Abbeydale in Derby is a nursing home providing nursing and personal care for older people, including those living with dementia and people with physical disabilities. We also take respite bookings for people who need care for a short...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Respite Care
Amber Lodge Nursing Home · 684-686 Osmaston Road, Derby, Derby, DE24 8GT
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Rosmead Healthcare Ltd
Here at Amber Lodge Nursing Home, we provide specialist nursing and personal care for people living in and around Derby. Our team supports older adults, younger adults living with physical disabilities, and people at various stages of...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Western Mount Lodge Nursing Home · 109 Radbourne Street, Derby, Derby, DE22 3BW
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Western Mount Lodge Ltd
We at Western Mount Lodge Nursing Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the heart of Derby, providing a welcoming and supportive environment for older adults who need round the clock clinical support. Our home has been...
Specialisms: Dementia Care, Mental Health, Respite Care
Lavender Lodge Nursing Home · 40-50 Stafford Street, Derby, Derby, DE1 1JL
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by Lavender Lodge Limited
We are Lavender Lodge, a nursing home in Derby caring for older people, including many living with dementia and people with a physical disability. With qualified nurses on duty at all hours, we are able to look after people whose health...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Respite Care
Rykneld View · 410 Burton Road, Derby, Derby, DE23 6AJ
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Primus Healthcare Limited
Here at Rykneld View, we are a nursing home based in Derby, providing care and support for a wide range of people with varying needs. We welcome older adults, younger adults, and individuals living with dementia, mental health conditions,...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
The Villas Care Homes · 69-71 Wilson Street, Derby, Derby, DE1 1PL
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by The Villas Care Homes Ltd
The Villas Care Homes in Derby provides nursing care for adults, with qualified nurses on duty at all times. We care for older people and younger adults, and our experience covers learning disabilities and autism and mental health needs....
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Nightingale Care and Nursing Home · 234 Caxton Street, Derby, Derby, DE23 1RJ
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by Agincare Homes (North) Limited
Here at Nightingale Care and Nursing Home, we provide nursing and residential care for people living in Derby and the surrounding areas. Our home supports older adults, younger adults, and people living with dementia, and we also offer...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Castle Park · 176 Siddals Road, Derby, Derby, DE1 2PW
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by ADL Plc
Here at Castle Park, we are a nursing home based in Derby, providing care and support to older people and their families across the local area. We are proud to have received a "Good" rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Respite Care
Elvaston Lodge Nursing Home · 24a Elvaston Lane, Derby, Derby, DE24 0PU
Nursing home · Care home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Zion Care Homes Limited
Elvaston Lodge Nursing Home is in Derby, and we provide both residential and nursing care for older people, along with support for younger adults whose conditions require qualified nursing. Respite stays are available too. Having both...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home · 29 Village Street, Derby, Derby, DE23 8TA
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Sanctuary Care Limited
Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home provides both residential and nursing care in Derby. We look after older people, including many residents living with dementia, we support younger adults whose health needs call for nursing, and...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Littleover Nursing Home · 149 Stenson Road, Derby, Derby, DE23 1JJ
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Far Fillimore Care Homes Ltd
We at Littleover Nursing Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the heart of Derby, providing a welcoming home for older people, younger adults, and those living with complex needs across the East Midlands. Our nursing home...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
The Laurels Residential and Nursing Home · 77 Nottingham Road, Derby, Derby, DE21 7NG
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Sanctuary Care Limited
The Laurels Residential and Nursing Home is in Derby. We care for older people and younger adults, including people who need nursing support, people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities, and we take respite admissions...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Heron Court Care Home · 101 Village Street, Derby, Derby, DE23 8DF
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Rushcliffe Care Limited
We at Heron Court Care Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing home care in the heart of Derby, where every resident is welcomed as part of our extended family. Nestled within the DE postcode area of the East Midlands, our home...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Cedar Tree Care Home · Rowley Lane, Derby, Derby, DE23 1FT
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by Cedar Tree Care Home Ltd
Cedar Tree Care Home is a nursing home in Derby caring for older people, including people living with dementia, people with physical disabilities and people with a visual or hearing impairment. Our most recent overall rating from the Care...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Respite Care
Royal Manor Nursing Home · 346 Uttoxeter New Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 3HS
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Manor Care Ltd
Royal Manor Nursing Home is in Derby, and we care for a wide range of people. Older people whose health needs go beyond residential care. Younger adults living with conditions that require qualified nursing. People living with dementia....
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Derwent Lodge · 11 Beaufort Street, Derby, Derby, DE21 6AX
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by Rethink Mental Illness
Derwent Lodge is a nursing home in Derby supporting adults who need qualified nursing alongside help with daily living, including people living with a mental health condition. We also take respite bookings. Having nurses on site means...
Specialisms: Mental Health, Respite Care
Aspen Court Care Home · Aspen Drive, Derby, Derby, DE21 7SG
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by HC-One No.1 Limited
Here at Aspen Court Care Home, we provide nursing care for people in Derby and the surrounding area. We are a nursing home that supports older people, those living with dementia, people with physical disabilities and younger adults who...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
The New Lodge Nursing Care · 114 Western Road, Derby, Derby, DE3 9GR
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by The New Lodge Nursing Care Limited
The New Lodge Nursing Care is in Derby, and we provide nursing care for older people, for younger adults living with conditions that require qualified nursing, for people with physical disabilities and for people living with sight or...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Westside Nursing Home · 90 Western Road, Derby, Derby, DE3 9GQ
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by The Derby Care Home Limited
We at Westside Nursing Home are proud to offer dedicated nursing care in the heart of Derby, providing a warm and supportive home for older people and younger adults who need round the clock clinical support. Our setting in the DE postcode...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Langdale Heights · 352 Burton Road, Derby, Derby, DE23 6AF
Nursing home · CQC Outstanding · Nursing on site · Run by Langdale Heights Limited
Langdale Heights is a nursing home in Derby. We provide nursing care for older people, including those living with dementia, people with a physical disability, people with sight or hearing loss, people managing mental health conditions and...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care, Eating Disorders
Bluebell Park · Royal Glen Park, Derby, Derby, DE73 5XE
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
Bluebell Park is a nursing home in Derby providing nursing care for older people, including those living with dementia and those with physical disabilities, and for younger adults with nursing needs. Respite stays are available. Our most...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
The Park Residential and Nursing Home · 40 St. Marks Road, Derby, Derby, DE21 6AH
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Sanctuary Care Limited
The Park is a residential and nursing home in Derby, caring for older people and younger adults, including those living with dementia, physical disabilities and sight or hearing loss. Respite stays are available. Our most recent inspection...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Shelton Lock Care Home · 61A Weston Park Avenue, Derby, Derby, DE24 9ER
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by HC-One No.1 Limited
Shelton Lock Care Home is a nursing home in Derby. We provide nursing care for older people and younger adults, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. People usually come to us at a point of change, often after a hospital...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Brookfields Private Nursing Home · 488 Burton Road, Derby, Derby, DE23 6AL
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by Brookfields P.N.H. Limited
Brookfields Private Nursing Home is a nursing home in Derby. We provide nursing care for older people, including people with a physical disability, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. Our most recent overall rating from...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Physical Disability, Respite Care
Stanley House · 155 Duffield Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1AH
Nursing home · CQC Requires improvement · Nursing on site · Run by Willover Property Limited
Stanley House is a nursing home in Derby. We care for older people and younger adults with nursing needs, including people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities, and we offer respite stays. Qualified nurses are on duty...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Abbey Court Nursing and Residential Home · 200 Kedleston Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1FX
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Your Health Limited
Abbey Court Nursing and Residential Home is in Derby. We provide both nursing and residential care for older people, and we also support some younger adults. Respite stays are available too. Having both kinds of care under one roof matters...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Younger Adults, Respite Care
Aspen Court Care Home · Aspen Drive, Derby, Derby, DE21 7SG
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by WT HI OpCo 1 Limited
Aspen Court is a nursing home in Derby. We care for older people and younger adults who need qualified nursing support, including residents living with dementia and residents with physical disabilities. People generally come to us at the...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults

What care costs in Derby, per week

Type of care	What the council pays	What self-funders are typically asked
Residential care East Midlands figure, because too few Derby homes publish this price. 34 homes. Median £1,356.	£809	£1,233 to £1,449
Nursing care England figure, because too few Derby homes publish this price. 140 homes. Median £1,916.	£780	£1,600 to £2,071
Residential dementia care East Midlands figure, because too few Derby homes publish this price. 20 homes. Median £1,350.	Not published separately	£1,278 to £1,475
Nursing dementia care England figure, because too few Derby 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

Stanley House, 24 September 2026, Requires improvement
Westside Nursing Home, 4 September 2026, Requires improvement
Derwent Lodge, 3 August 2026, Requires improvement

Longest since a report

Rykneld View, 17 May 2018, Good
Aspen Court Care Home, 11 August 2018, Good
Shelton Lock Care Home, 14 February 2019, Good

Frequently asked questions about nursing homes in Derby

How many nursing homes are there in Derby?

Derby has 28 CQC registered nursing homes: 1 Outstanding, 18 Good, 9 Requires improvement. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.

How much does a nursing home cost in Derby?

Derby City Council pays an average of £809 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,233 to £1,449 a week. East Midlands figure, because too few Derby homes publish this price. 34 homes. Median £1,356. 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 nursing homes in Derby were inspected most recently?

Stanley House (24 September 2026), Westside Nursing Home (4 September 2026) and Derwent Lodge (3 August 2026) have the most recent CQC reports.