North Hill
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds28
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2022-07-06
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity60
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare50
- Management & leadership65
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-07-06
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the May 2022 inspection. This domain typically covers care planning, training, healthcare access, and nutrition. The published report does not provide specific observations, examples, or testimony to support this rating. A Good rating suggests inspectors were satisfied with practice in these areas, but the absence of detail makes it impossible to assess how strong or how consistent the evidence was.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the May 2022 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and how well the home supports independence. The published report does not include specific inspector observations, resident testimony, or family feedback to illustrate what Good caring practice looks like at Northhill. The rating alone is a positive indicator, but the evidence behind it is not visible in the published text.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the May 2022 inspection. This domain covers how well the home meets individual needs, including activities, personalised care, and end-of-life planning. The published report does not describe the activity programme, give examples of individually tailored care, or reference any testimony from residents or families about how their needs are met. The rating is positive but unsupported by specific published detail.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the May 2022 inspection. A named registered manager and a nominated individual are recorded. The published report does not include observations about management visibility, staff culture, or governance systems. The July 2023 review found no evidence requiring reassessment, which suggests no significant concerns have been identified since the inspection, though this review is not a substitute for a full inspection.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The team at Northhill has experience caring for people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities. They also support residents living with dementia. For those living with dementia, the home provides specialist support alongside their other care services. The team understands the particular needs that come with memory loss. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Northhill Care Home scores 62 out of 100. Four of the five inspection domains were rated Good, but the Safety domain was rated Requires Improvement, and the published report contains very little specific detail, observations, or testimony to draw on across any theme.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Northhill Care Home, at 2 North Hill Road in Sheffield, received an overall rating of Good at its inspection in May 2022, with Good ratings across four of the five domains: Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. The Safety domain was rated Requires Improvement. The home supports up to 28 adults, including people living with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment. A named registered manager and nominated individual are recorded, suggesting a defined leadership structure. The main uncertainty here is that the published inspection report contains almost no specific detail, observations, or testimony to help you understand what life is actually like for your parent at Northhill. The Safety rating of Requires Improvement is a real concern and deserves a direct conversation with the manager: ask what the specific failing was, what actions were taken, and whether a follow-up inspection has since confirmed improvement. Before visiting, prepare a list of concrete questions covering night staffing numbers, agency staff use, how care plans are reviewed, and how families are kept informed.
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In Their Own Words
How North Hill describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support for sensory and physical needs in Sheffield
Northhill Care Home – Expert Care in Sheffield
Northhill Care Home in Sheffield provides residential care with particular expertise in supporting people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities. The home cares for adults over 65, including those living with dementia.
Who they care for
The team at Northhill has experience caring for people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities. They also support residents living with dementia.
For those living with dementia, the home provides specialist support alongside their other care services. The team understands the particular needs that come with memory loss.
“If you're considering Northhill for someone with sensory or physical care needs, arranging a visit will help you get a feel for the place.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Northhill Care Home scores 62 out of 100. Four of the five inspection domains were rated Good, but the Safety domain was rated Requires Improvement, and the published report contains very little specific detail, observations, or testimony to draw on across any theme.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Northhill Care Home, at 2 North Hill Road in Sheffield, received an overall rating of Good at its inspection in May 2022, with Good ratings across four of the five domains: Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. The Safety domain was rated Requires Improvement. The home supports up to 28 adults, including people living with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment. A named registered manager and nominated individual are recorded, suggesting a defined leadership structure. The main uncertainty here is that the published inspection report contains almost no specific detail, observations, or testimony to help you understand what life is actually like for your parent at Northhill. The Safety rating of Requires Improvement is a real concern and deserves a direct conversation with the manager: ask what the specific failing was, what actions were taken, and whether a follow-up inspection has since confirmed improvement. Before visiting, prepare a list of concrete questions covering night staffing numbers, agency staff use, how care plans are reviewed, and how families are kept informed.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how North Hill measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How North Hill describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support for sensory and physical needs in Sheffield
Northhill Care Home – Expert Care in Sheffield
Northhill Care Home in Sheffield provides residential care with particular expertise in supporting people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities. The home cares for adults over 65, including those living with dementia.
Who they care for
The team at Northhill has experience caring for people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities. They also support residents living with dementia.
For those living with dementia, the home provides specialist support alongside their other care services. The team understands the particular needs that come with memory loss.
“If you're considering Northhill for someone with sensory or physical care needs, arranging a visit will help you get a feel for the place.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
