Barchester Healthcare
Ashfields Care Home
Residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Ashfields Care Home in Norwich, Norfolk provides residential and respite care for up to 44 residents, with a dedicated dementia care unit. The home is registered to provide nursing care and supports people with memory difficulties alongside those requiring general residential support.
The Care Quality Commission rated Ashfields as Requires Improvement overall. The home was rated Good for Effective, Caring and Responsive care, though it was rated Requires Improvement for Safe and Well-led practices.
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What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
794 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
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Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,329 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Norfolk usually pays £1,015 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £314 a week.
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Norfolk council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £980 |
| 2025 | — | £1,015 |
| 2026 | £1,329 | — |
What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Ashfields Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 7.4 miles away. The local GP practice is THORPEWOOD MEDICAL GROUP, 2.2 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Norwich
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Vision Norfolk
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Community Action Norwich
Children's weekly evening club, weekly youth clubs, day centre with lunch club and a weekly cafe and warm space for the community with free food and Wi-Fi along with a foodbank distribution centre…
Age Concern Norfolk
Our mission is to support older people in Norfolk to enjoy the opportunities and meet the challenges of later life.Our vision is to ensure that older people live well in Norfolk
Mangreen Trust
Mangreen Trust provides space, facilities for recreation, spiritual activities, swimming, training, wellness, meetings & educational activities. Monthly spiritual gatherings welcome any faith or…
Swardeston Day Centre
Provision of day care facilities for 25 elderly clients per week. This includes a hot lunch, recreational activities arranged. Approx 15 volunteers help 3 part time staff in running the centre.…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Ashfields cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01698 674891.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Ashfields Care Home is one of 242 homes run by Barchester Healthcare on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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