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Residential care homes in Earl Shilton
There are 2 residential care homes in and around Earl Shilton on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,133 a week, while Leicestershire usually pays £986. The largest is The Ashton Care Home, with 72 beds.
Average residential fee in Earl Shilton: £1,133/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Earl Shilton
| Residential care homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 2 (50%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,133 |
| Leicestershire usual weekly rate (2025) | £986 |
| Largest | The Ashton Care Home (72 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Earl Shilton
SafetyB
Good — safer than 49% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on Leicestershire data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Leicestershire data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Leicestershire data (town-level not yet available)
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Earl Shilton is about £1,133/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Earl Shilton
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 you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £147/week (≈ £7,644/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Earl Shilton
£1,133/wk
Leicestershire usual rate
£986/wk
Likely top-up gap
£147/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Leicestershire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Earl Shilton on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (2)
1 in Earl Shilton, 1 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
The Ashton Care Home
CQC Good
Tucked away in the charming market town of Hinckley, The Ashton is a top-tier care home offering unparalleled residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care…
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What care costs in Earl Shilton
Residential (avg)
£1,133/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,133/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,265/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Earl Shilton
Residential care homes
2 in Earl ShiltonNursing homes
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2 in Earl ShiltonIs Earl Shilton a good retirement location?
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.
Common questions
How many residential care homes are there in Earl Shilton?
AskBart lists 2 residential care homes in and around Earl Shilton, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Earl Shilton rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Earl Shilton cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,133 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Earl Shilton?
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.
Near Earl Shilton
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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