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There are 8 care homes in and around Corby on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £895 a week, while North Northamptonshire usually pays £915. The largest is Seagrave House Care Home, with 84 beds.

care homes
8
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
75%
typical residential fee
£895/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Corby

Care homes in Corby (8)

★ With family reviews

6 in Corby, 2 more within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Glenmoor House Care HomeGood£995596.8 mi—0.2 mi
Laxton HallGood · Feb 2024On request3012.5 mi—6.7 mi
Priors Hall Care HomeGood · Feb 2024On request668.4 mi—2.2 mi
Sandalwood CourtGood · Oct 2019On request605.2 mi—1.4 mi
Seagrave House Care HomeRequires improvement£795846.9 mi—0.5 mi
Shirelodge Nursing HomeGood · Jan 2022On request657.3 mi—1.3 mi
Thackley GreenGood · Jan 2023On request514.7 mi—2.2 mi
Willow Brook HouseRequires improvement · Feb 2024On request436.6 mi—0.2 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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Corby in numbers

75% of Corby’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 8 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

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

Care homes listed8
Rated Good or Outstanding6 of 8 (75%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£895
North Northamptonshire usual weekly rate (2025)£915
LargestSeagrave House Care Home (84 beds)
Most recently inspectedPriors Hall Care Home (January 2024)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 3 · Respite 3
Average house price, North Northamptonshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£256,610
Good6
Requires improvement2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Corby£895/wk
  • Nursing, Corby£995/wk
  • Dementia, Corby£895/wk
  • North Northamptonshire average£1,087/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across North Northamptonshire. 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 · Respite care

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

House prices in North Northamptonshire

The average house price in North Northamptonshire is £256,610, 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
£256,610
Detached
£409,963
Semi-detached
£252,781
Terraced
£203,525
Flats & maisonettes
£118,316

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 Corby

Corby is a town in the East Midlands with good access to everyday services and a solid range of parks and social venues. It offers a practical, affordable setting for later-life living, though you'll want to weigh local crime patterns and distance to family carefully.

  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 25% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

208 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime61
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Shoplifting36
  • Other theft13
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, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in Corby

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

Charity

Vine Community Trust

The management and operation of Marlow House, a caring community day centre for the elderly, disabled and lonely, including provision of meals and transport. In addition, the trust provides a…

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (287717)
Charity

Age Concern Uppingham and District

FUND RAISINGPROVIDING OUTINGS FOR THE ALDERLYProviding a Xmas Party

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (518077)

Corby: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+61.3%
Projected change in North Northamptonshire, 2025 to 2035 (8,284 to 13,363). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.9%
Projected change in North Northamptonshire, 2025 to 2035 (70,153 to 86,191). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
8
Nearest: Boots (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
7
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
9.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
2–10 out of 10
Where the 19 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Corby

  • Lakelands Day Care Hospice · 1.9 milesCQC Good (report published August 2016). CQC page
  • DHU @ Lakeland · 1.9 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Corby

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Corby a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Corby

Corby suits those seeking a lower-cost retirement in a well-serviced town with decent amenities and green space. It is particularly practical for people without nearby family support who value independence and access to shops, cafes and local activity. The town's affordability makes it a realistic option for those on modest pensions, though crime levels are a factor to consider honestly.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Corby has several GP surgeries and pharmacies within the town; the nearest hospital is in Kettering, a short drive away.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 208 offences; the most common were violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting — higher than many comparable English towns.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether you have family or close friends within reach; if most of your support network is far away, you'll rely on local services and community.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Corby care-home fees are notably below the national average, making it one of the more affordable regions for residential care.
  • Transport: The town has regular bus services and rail links to nearby cities including Leicester and Peterborough. Many local amenities are walkable; a car is helpful but not always essential.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operate in and around Corby, offering choice across different budgets and care levels.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Corby has 11 parks and 3 allotments, plus 39 restaurants and cafes and 11 pubs and bars, supporting an active social life and outdoor interests.
  • Community: The town has a reasonable range of community groups and social venues; look into local memory cafés and hobby clubs when you visit.
  • Climate: Corby sits in the East Midlands; expect typical UK weather — cool, damp winters and mild summers, with moderate rainfall year-round.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are recorded more often here than in quieter retirement areas; visit at different times of day and ask care homes about their local safeguarding approach.
  • Distance and independence: If you have little local family support, you'll be relying on care staff and community networks; factor in the cost and effort of visits from afar, or consider whether you're comfortable building a new local social life.

Questions about care homes in Corby

How many care homes are there in Corby?

There are 8 care homes listed in and around Corby 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 Corby cost?

Care homes in Corby range from around £795 to around £995 per week, with averages of £895 for residential, £895 for dementia, £995 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Corby is about £895 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

6 of the 8 care homes in and around Corby 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 Corby?

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

Weighing up your options in Corby?

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

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

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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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