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Care homes in Earl Shilton

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There are 9 care homes in and around Earl Shilton on AskBart. 89% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,133 a week, while Leicestershire usually pays £986. The largest is The Ashton Care Home, with 72 beds.

care homes
9
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
89%
typical residential fee
£1,133/wkbelow the UK average of £1,704
what Leicestershire council pays
£986/wk

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Care homes in Earl Shilton (9)

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1 in Earl Shilton, 8 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Bethel/Bethesda Residential HomeGood · Dec 2021On request348.1 mi—0.1 mi
Charnwood Park Residential HomeGood · Sept 2023On request117.4 mi—0.8 mi
Harvey HouseGood · Dec 2023On request446.6 mi—1.5 mi
Hinckley Park Nursing HomeGood · May 2018On request405.3 mi—3.0 mi
Kingsfield Court Care HomeGood · Jan 2022On request708.0 mi—0.4 mi
ParkHouse GrangeGood · Aug 2021On request408.2 mi—0.2 mi
Saffron House Care HomeRequires improvement£1,000486.8 mi—1.4 mi
The Ashton Care HomeGood£1,265725.3 mi—2.9 mi
The Willows Residential Home (Hinckley)Good · Feb 2020On request405.4 mi—3.0 mi

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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Earl Shilton in numbers

89% of Earl Shilton’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 9 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Earl Shilton costs about £1,133/week, while Leicestershire’s published usual rate is around £986/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £147/week (about £7,644/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

What Leicestershire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed9
Rated Good or Outstanding8 of 9 (89%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,133
Leicestershire usual weekly rate (2025)£986
LargestThe Ashton Care Home (72 beds)
Most recently inspectedHarvey House (October 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 3 · Respite 4
Average house price, Hinckley and Bosworth (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£261,584
Good8
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Earl Shilton£1,133/wk
  • Nursing, Earl Shilton£1,265/wk
  • Dementia, Earl Shilton£1,133/wk
  • Leicestershire average£1,194/wk
  • UK average£1,704/wk
  • Leicestershire usual rate£986/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Leicestershire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Leicestershire's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Hinckley and Bosworth

The average house price in Hinckley and Bosworth is £261,584, 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
£261,584
Detached
£385,858
Semi-detached
£254,109
Terraced
£202,439
Flats & maisonettes
£118,634

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 Earl Shilton

Earl Shilton is a well-established retirement area in the East Midlands with more residents aged 65+ than the national average, offering a quieter pace of life balanced against a mixed crime picture. It has solid everyday amenities and green space, but you'll need to weigh local health access and care-home availability carefully.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 32% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

100 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime47
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Public order12
  • Criminal damage & arson7
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 Earl Shilton

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Kirkby Mallory Schoolroom

Our charity aims to reduce social isolation and boost recreation in a rural community with limited access to public amenities. We welcome everyone: children, young people, the elderly, people with…

2.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1209074)
Charity

Hinckley and Bosworth Area Community Transport Scheme

Provision of Community transport for older and disabled people in the Hinckley & Bosworth Area using our Dial a Ride Scheme and our 16 and seater minibus

3.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1054668)
Charity

Leuva Patidar Samaj (Surat, Navsari & Valsad District) of Leicester

Leuva Patidar Samaj of Leicester (LPSL) is a Hindu based community based in Leicester whose purpose is to further the Hindu Religion in its community by organising and funding religious events.…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1164745)
Charity

Blaby and Glen Parva Community Service

The community service provides lunch clubs with transport, social groups,with transport where necessry, a social support group, painting and exercise groups, and outings mainly for older people.…

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (259935)
Charity

Lutterworth U3a

The object of the U3A is the advancement of education, and in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work, by all means including associated activities…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1183109)
Charity

East West Community Centre Limited

We offer care to elderly clients suffering from a disability and our service acts as a means of bringingsomeone out of isolation and loneliness; thereby promoting well-being.We provide services…

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1173408)

Is Earl Shilton a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Earl Shilton

Earl Shilton suits people seeking a settled, family-oriented community in the East Midlands with reasonable access to shops and parks. The 65+ share of 21.1% is above the national average of 18.6%, signalling a mature population. It is not a dedicated retirement destination, so care provision and specialist services will need checking locally; affordability depends on the individual home.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Check with your GP surgery and local pharmacies for waiting times and distance to Leicester Royal Infirmary, the main acute hospital serving the area.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stood at 44 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, criminal damage and shoplifting most common — above-average for England and a valid consideration.
  • Family & connection: Think about how close family and friends are: this will shape how often you can meet and how supported you feel day-to-day.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home weekly fees vary locally; compare any quotes you receive against the current national average and your own budget.
  • Transport: The area has a range of bus services and is within reach of Leicester by road; how walkable your chosen home is will depend on its exact location.
  • Housing options: Earl Shilton has several care homes; visit each to assess size, facilities and the fit with your needs.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Eight parks and two allotments provide outdoor space; sixteen restaurants and cafes, plus eleven pubs, support a social calendar.
  • Community: Look into memory cafés, church groups and hobby clubs locally — these are often listed by care homes or the parish council.
  • Climate: The East Midlands experiences typical central England weather: cool winters and mild summers, with reasonable rainfall.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime rates: At 44 recorded offences, the area records above-average crime; check specific neighbourhoods and visit at different times of day.
  • Limited retirement focus: Earl Shilton is not a purpose-built retirement hub, so choice and availability of care homes may be smaller than in dedicated retirement towns — plan ahead and visit early.

Questions about care homes in Earl Shilton

How many care homes are there in Earl Shilton?

There are 9 care homes listed in and around Earl Shilton on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Earl Shilton cost?

Care homes in Earl Shilton range from around £1,000 to around £1,265 per week, with averages of £1,133 for residential, £1,133 for dementia, £1,265 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Earl Shilton compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Earl Shilton is about £1,133 per week — below the UK average of £1,704. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Earl Shilton are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

8 of the 9 care homes in and around Earl Shilton are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Earl Shilton?

Homes in and around Earl Shilton offer residential (4), respite (4), dementia (3), nursing (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

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