Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Outstanding
Fees on request
Residential care homes in Ashbourne
1 home
There is 1 residential care home in and around Ashbourne on AskBart. The largest is Ashbourne Lodge, with 80 beds. The most recent inspection was at Ashbourne Lodge in January 2022.
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Care homes in Ashbourne (1)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
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Top-rated in Ashbourne
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miRun a care home or business in Ashbourne that’s missing or out of date? Add or update a listing
Ashbourne in numbers
| Residential care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Derbyshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £974 |
| Largest | Ashbourne Lodge (80 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Ashbourne Lodge (January 2022) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1 |
| Average house price, Amber Valley (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £237,857 |
Outstanding1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Derbyshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Amber Valley
The average house price in Amber Valley is £237,857, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.
Average price by property type
- All property types
- £237,857
- Detached
- £345,563
- Semi-detached
- £224,295
- Terraced
- £178,352
- Flats & maisonettes
- £137,418
Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.
Living in Ashbourne
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 51% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
61 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime29
- Anti-social behaviour9
- Criminal damage & arson9
- Public order5
How we grade areas
Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.
Community & connection in Ashbourne
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Careline
The object of the organisation is to relieve the isolation of older, vulnerable or isolated people in Ashbourne, the Derbyshire Dales, East Staffordshire and its surrounding areas by offering a…
0.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1068801)
Charity
Ashbourne Community Transport
To provide transport facilities for those residents of West Derbyshire, southern Derbyshire Dales focused on Ashbourne and surrounding villages, East Staffordshire and Staffordshire Moorlands…
1.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1110204)
Ashbourne: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+60.7%
Projected change in Amber Valley, 2025 to 2035 (3,676 to 5,908). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+21%
Projected change in Amber Valley, 2025 to 2035 (30,354 to 36,717). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Boots (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
3
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
98.7%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 79.4% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
4.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
4–9 out of 10
Where the 5 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025.
Is Ashbourne a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Ashbourne
Ashbourne has a well-rooted over-65 population (22.6% compared to the national 18.6%), suggesting a mature retirement community. The town offers reasonable access to shops, cafes and parks, and the care-home provision is established. It works well for people seeking a quieter, familiar setting with decent local services, though prospective residents should check individual home quality and whether costs align with their budget.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are available locally; the town sits within reach of East Midlands hospitals for emergency and specialist care.
- Safety: Recorded crime stands at 272 offences in early 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting most common — a figure worth discussing with any care home, especially if you or a family member have safety concerns.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support networks are; distance matters when you need visits and practical help.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check with local care homes on their weekly fees; Ashbourne's costs vary, and you should compare them against the national average to see where they sit for your needs.
- Transport: The town has regular bus links; rail connections to nearby East Midlands cities are available, though local travel beyond walking may depend on care-home location or car access.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operate in the area, offering choice, though availability and specialisation vary — visit and discuss what suits your care level and preferences.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town boasts 33 parks and 19 allotments, plus 38 restaurants and cafes and 28 pubs and bars, supporting an active social life and outdoor interests.
- Community: Social groups and cafes are available for connection; ask any prospective home what memory cafés, clubs or community links they support.
- Climate: The East Midlands climate is typical for inland England — cool winters and mild summers, with regular rainfall throughout the year.
Things to weigh up
- Crime figures: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are recorded locally; check what security and safeguarding measures any care home has in place.
- Individual home quality: Ashbourne has care-home choice, but standards vary widely — visit homes, talk to residents and families, and don't rely on choice alone.
Questions about care homes in Ashbourne
How many residential care homes are there in Ashbourne?
AskBart lists 1 residential care home in and around Ashbourne, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Ashbourne rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 0 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Ashbourne?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Ashbourne?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Ashbourne:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
Header photo: Peter Evans, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons