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Nestled in the heart of Hinckley, Leicestershire, you'll find Hinckley House, a premium Avery Healthcare care home. This establishment offers a range of services including residential care, dementia…
from £995/wk
Care homes in Leicestershire
Leicestershire is a large East Midlands county with a higher-than-average share of over-65 residents, suggesting it's a well-established place for later-life living. It combines market towns, villages and easy links to Leicester, with a reasonable spread of care homes to choose from.
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VerifiedNestled in the charming village of Barwell, Saffron House is a bespoke care home that offers both residential and dementia care in the heart of Leicester. This modern facility boasts 47 private…
from £1000/wk
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Nestled in the charming suburban village of Leicester Forest East in Leicestershire, Aylesham Court is a haven of expert residential, respite, and nursing care for the elderly. This Bupa care home is…
from £1150/wk
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Tucked away in the charming market town of Melton Mowbray, The Amwell Care Home is a haven of expert residential, dementia, and respite care. This home boasts 88 beautifully appointed bedrooms, each…
from £1300/wk
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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 for the elderly. This luxurious abode,…
from £1265/wk
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Asra House is a CQC-Outstanding Sanctuary Care home on Leicester's Golden Mile, offering residential, dementia and respite care tailored to Asian lifestyles and traditions.
from £1016/wk
VerifiedPrimrose House, a haven of warmth and hospitality, is a delightful blend of comfort, elegance, and top-notch amenities, offering a secure and sociable environment for your golden years. Situated in…
from £1250/wk
VerifiedNestled on the fringes of the charming village of Birstall in Leicestershire, Cedar Mews is a proud member of the Berkley Care Group. This care home specialises in providing residential, respite, and…
from £1350/wk
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Lonsdale Mews is a Care UK care home in Quorn, Loughborough, offering residential, dementia, respite and end-of-life care with a bowling green and luxury facilities, rated CQC Good.
from £1633/wk
VerifiedKirby Grange is a Heartlands Care Homes care home in Botcheston, Leicestershire, offering residential and specialist dementia care for up to 27 residents in a countryside setting.
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VerifiedNestled just a stone's throw away from the bustling heart of Leicester, you'll find the expansive and purposefully designed Lady Jane Court, an Avery Care home. This haven is conveniently located…
from £1500/wk
VerifiedNestled in the charming market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, located in the heart of Leicestershire, you'll find Ashby Court, a warm and inviting care home. This Bupa care home is renowned for its…
from £1125/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Leicester, South Lodge is a premium residential care home that offers round-the-clock care for individuals and couples alike. This exceptional facility boasts 99 elegantly…
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Brockshill Woodlands is a residential care home in Oadby, Leicestershire, with 27 registered beds.
VerifiedMeadow's Court is a 60-bed residential care home in Leicester, Leicestershire.
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Portland House is a residential care home in Leicester, Leicestershire, with 19 registered beds.
VerifiedStadon Road is a residential care home in Leicester operated by Leonard Cheshire Disability.
VerifiedStonesby House is a residential care home in Leicester providing care for up to 9 residents.
VerifiedIs Leicestershire a good retirement location?
Leicestershire suits those wanting a settled, semi-rural pace of life with good transport links to a nearby city. With 21.1% of residents aged 65+ against a national average of 18.6%, it's an area where older residents are well represented, and there's a fair choice of care homes across the county, from smaller settings to larger 80-plus bed homes.
Health & support
- Medical access: Everyday amenities across the county include pubs, cafes and parks, with larger settlements typically hosting GP surgeries and pharmacies, and Leicester's hospitals within reach for emergency care.
- Safety: 44 offences were recorded in April 2026, most commonly violent crime, criminal damage and shoplifting — worth checking how this compares locally before deciding.
- Family & connection: As with any move, it's worth weighing how close family, friends and existing support networks are, and how easily they could visit.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Specific weekly fees aren't listed here, so it's worth asking individual homes directly to compare against national averages.
- Transport: The county is largely car-dependent outside its towns, though it benefits from road and rail links towards Leicester and the wider East Midlands.
- Housing options: There are 13 care homes listed in Leicestershire, ranging from around 31 to 88 beds, giving a reasonable spread of sizes to suit different needs.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Public parks, playing fields and play spaces feature widely, alongside pubs, cafes and takeaways for everyday outings.
- Community: The mix of restaurants, pubs and green spaces supports informal social contact, though readers should check for specific memory cafés or support groups locally.
- Climate: As part of the East Midlands, Leicestershire has a typical inland English climate — moderate rainfall with warm summers and cool winters.
Things to weigh up
- Care quality mix: Of the 13 homes, 7 are rated good and 2 outstanding, but 1 requires improvement and 2 have not yet been inspected, so it's worth checking ratings for any specific home.
- Fee transparency: No local weekly fee figures are available here, so comparing actual costs against the national average will take a bit of direct research.