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Care homes in North Kesteven

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There are 13 care homes in and around North Kesteven on AskBart. 85% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,085 a week, while Lincolnshire usually pays £783. The largest is Sleaford Manor Care Home, with 70 beds.

care homes
13
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
85%
typical residential fee
£1,085/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Lincolnshire council pays
£783/wk

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North Kesteven

Care homes in North Kesteven (13)

★ With family reviews

2 in North Kesteven, 11 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

Top-rated in North Kesteven

Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Ashdene Care HomeGood · Jun 2019On request4116.3 mi—
Beckside Care HomeGood£895584.5 mi—
Chestnuts Retirement HomeGood · Aug 2026On request1414.3 mi—
Five Bells Residential Care HomeGood · Mar 2019On request2818.0 mi—
Glenholme Holdingham GrangeGood · Jan 2024On request6415.9 mi—
Greenacres Care HomeRequires improvement · Apr 2026On request2811.8 mi—
Neale Court Care HomeGood£1,275234.7 mi—
Oakdene Care HomeGood · Nov 2023On request3516.5 mi—
Roxholm Hall Care CentreGood · Jun 2019On request3913.7 mi—
Sleaford Hall Care HomeGood · Jul 2026On request6716.5 mi—
Sleaford Manor Care HomeGood · Jul 2026On request7017.0 mi—
St Andrew's Nursing and Care HomeRequires improvement · Oct 2022On request4513.3 mi—
The Old HallOutstanding · Apr 2019On request2115.3 mi—

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North Kesteven in numbers

85% of North Kesteven’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 13 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in North Kesteven costs about £1,085/week, while Lincolnshire’s published usual rate is around £783/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £302/week (about £15,704/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 Lincolnshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed13
Rated Good or Outstanding11 of 13 (85%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,085
Lincolnshire usual weekly rate (2025)£783
LargestSleaford Manor Care Home (70 beds)
Most recently inspectedGlenholme Holdingham Grange (December 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 3 · Respite 2
Average house price, North Kesteven (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£243,236
Outstanding1
Good10
Requires improvement2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, North Kesteven£1,085/wk
  • Nursing, North Kesteven£895/wk
  • Dementia, North Kesteven£1,085/wk
  • Lincolnshire average£1,050/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Lincolnshire usual rate£783/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Lincolnshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Lincolnshire'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 North Kesteven

The average house price in North Kesteven is £243,236, 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
£243,236
Detached
£308,911
Semi-detached
£206,481
Terraced
£169,737
Flats & maisonettes
£117,525

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 North Kesteven

North Kesteven is a growing retirement destination in the East Midlands with a well-established older population — over a quarter of residents are aged 65 or over. It offers a quieter pace than nearby cities, with a small but solid care-home sector and easy access to Lincoln's services.

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 91% 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

1 crimes reported in March 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime1
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, Mar 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in North Kesteven

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

Charity

Sleaford Dementia Support

Sleaford Dementia Support runs an activity group, singing and carers plus for people with a diagnosis of dementia and their carers. A further group for carers called Carer's Plus gives carers past…

4.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1172994)
Charity

Sleaford Caring Trust

The Befriending Scheme provides simple genuine friendships for those aged 70 or over from committed and caring people willing to give an hour or so a week to their befriendee. The charity responds…

6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1148040)

Is North Kesteven a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in North Kesteven

North Kesteven suits families looking for a less hurried alternative to urban retirement hubs, where a higher-than-average concentration of older residents means established community networks. The area has a modest care-home offer — two homes ranging from 23 to 58 beds, both rated Good by the CQC — and sits comfortably within reach of larger services. It is not a specialist retirement destination with numerous schemes, but a steady, residential locality where older residents form a significant part of the community.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present locally; Lincoln's hospitals lie within reasonable distance for emergency care and specialist appointments.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is very low; violent crime is the most common offence recorded, but overall numbers are minimal.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your support network is — North Kesteven's established retired population means good social fabric, but isolation is a real risk if your family live far away.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees sit close to the national average, making North Kesteven broadly affordable compared to pricier southern regions.
  • Transport: The area has bus services and a rail link to nearby cities; many journeys are walkable or manageable by local transport, though a car is useful for wider travel.
  • Housing options: Two care homes are listed here, offering a combined range of roughly 23–58 beds per home — a modest but workable choice for those seeking residential care.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: A local park and allotments provide outdoor space; a quieter, residential setting suits those who value a gentler pace over extensive urban amenities.
  • Community: The high proportion of older residents (24.1%) means established social and support networks; seek out local groups and memory cafés to deepen roots quickly.
  • Climate: The East Midlands climate is temperate, with cooler winters and mild summers — typical for central England, with occasional frost and damp.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited choice of homes: Only two care homes are listed locally; if neither suits your needs, you may need to look further afield.
  • Less specialist provision: North Kesteven is a residential area, not a major retirement hub; specialist dementia or nursing homes may require travel to larger towns.

Questions about care homes in North Kesteven

How many care homes are there in North Kesteven?

There are 13 care homes listed in and around North Kesteven 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 North Kesteven cost?

Care homes in North Kesteven range from around £895 to around £1,275 per week, with averages of £1,085 for residential, £1,085 for dementia, £895 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in North Kesteven compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around North Kesteven is about £1,085 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in North Kesteven are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

11 of the 13 care homes in and around North Kesteven are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in North Kesteven?

Homes in and around North Kesteven offer dementia (3), residential (3), respite (2), nursing (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in North Kesteven?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in North Kesteven:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in North Kesteven

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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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