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Care homes in Brackley

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There are 3 care homes in and around Brackley on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,363 a week, while West Northamptonshire usually pays £965. The largest is Brackley Care Home, with 66 beds.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
67%
typical residential fee
£1,363/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what West Northamptonshire council pays
£965/wk

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Brackley

Care homes in Brackley (3)

★ With family reviews

2 in Brackley, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Brackley Care HomeGood · Jun 2022On request668.5 mi—0.8 mi
Brackley Fields Country House Retirement HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2022On request357.8 mi—1.2 mi
Juniper House Care HomeGood£1,363607.8 mi—0.9 mi

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Brackley in numbers

The average residential care home in Brackley costs about £1,363/week, while West Northamptonshire’s published usual rate is around £965/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £398/week (about £20,696/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 West Northamptonshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 3 (67%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,363
West Northamptonshire usual weekly rate (2025)£965
LargestBrackley Care Home (66 beds)
Most recently inspectedBrackley Fields Country House Retirement Home (July 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2 · Respite 2
Average house price, West Northamptonshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£292,754
Good2
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Brackley£1,363/wk
  • Nursing, Brackley£1,363/wk
  • Dementia, Brackley£1,363/wk
  • West Northamptonshire average£1,211/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • West Northamptonshire usual rate£965/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across West Northamptonshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: West Northamptonshire's usual cost of residential care (2025). 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 West Northamptonshire

The average house price in West Northamptonshire is £292,754, 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
£292,754
Detached
£474,163
Semi-detached
£286,044
Terraced
£235,731
Flats & maisonettes
£140,304

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 Brackley

Brackley is a market town in the East Midlands with a compact, walkable centre and a solid local network of care homes. It offers modest costs, reasonable access to everyday services, and strong community roots — though crime figures warrant honest consideration.

  • 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 71% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

45 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime11
  • Shoplifting10
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Public order5
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 Brackley

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

Charity

Greatworth Community Transport Association

Running community transport services for such inhabitants of the parish of Greatworth & Halse and its environs.

4.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1189162)
Charity

Age Concern Bicester and District

We provide coffee & teas for the over 60's while they wait for the buses or have been shopping. Provide shelter from the weather when required and a place to get information from AGE UK.

7.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (287210)

Brackley: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+60.8%
Projected change in West Northamptonshire, 2025 to 2035 (9,867 to 15,867). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+21%
Projected change in West Northamptonshire, 2025 to 2035 (78,286 to 94,759). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Boots (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
2
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
7.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.2 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
5–10 out of 10
Where the 10 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 6 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Brackley

  • The Katharine House Hospice · 6.8 milesCQC Good (report published August 2017). CQC page

Hospitals near Brackley

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

Is Brackley a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Brackley

Brackley suits people who value a tight-knit, manageable town setting over urban bustle, and who have family or support networks within reach. Care-home provision is available locally. The town is affordable relative to many English regions, though you'll want to weigh the recorded-crime picture carefully and check how close your social network really is before committing.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Multiple GP surgeries serve the town; pharmacies are available locally. Kettering General Hospital is the nearest major emergency centre, within reasonable distance.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 45 offences, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour the most common types. This is a genuine consideration when weighing the town's safety.
  • Family & connection: Think honestly about how far family and regular visitors are. A smaller town can feel isolating if your support network isn't close by.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees sit below the national average, making Brackley competitive on cost compared to southern England and larger cities.
  • Transport: Buses connect Brackley to nearby towns and villages. The town is walkable for everyday errands, though a car or regular taxi use helps for wider journeys and hospital visits.
  • Housing options: Several care homes operate in and around Brackley, offering a choice of residential placements.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Five parks and five allotments provide outdoor space and gardening opportunities. The town has 20 restaurants and cafes plus 11 pubs and bars, supporting an active social calendar.
  • Community: A market-town setting typically means established local groups and a slower, familiar pace. Check what memory cafés, lunch clubs or befriending schemes are active locally.
  • Climate: The East Midlands experiences a temperate UK climate with cool winters and mild summers — typical for inland central England.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: At 45 recorded offences in the reporting period, with violent crime noted, safety is higher than in some quieter towns. Ask care homes directly about on-site security and staff support.
  • Town size: Brackley is small and rural-feeling. If you thrive on urban amenities, cultural events or big shops, you may find it limiting — weigh this against the appeal of a close-knit community.

Questions about care homes in Brackley

How many care homes are there in Brackley?

There are 3 care homes listed in and around Brackley 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 Brackley cost?

Care homes in Brackley range from around £1,363 per week, with averages of £1,363 for residential, £1,363 for dementia, £1,363 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Brackley is about £1,363 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

2 of the 3 care homes in and around Brackley 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 Brackley?

Homes in and around Brackley offer dementia (2), residential (2), 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 Brackley?

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

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Near Brackley

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

Guides for families

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