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There are 43 care homes in and around Northampton on AskBart. 61% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,161 a week, while West Northamptonshire usually pays £965. The largest is Cliftonville Care Home, with 106 beds.

care homes
43
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
61%
typical residential fee
£1,161/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what West Northamptonshire council pays
£965/wk

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Northampton

Care homes in Northampton (43)

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39 in Northampton, 4 more within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance from the town centre: 2.8 mi
CQC Requires improvement

44 beds

West Northamptonshire Council

DementiaResidential
Fees on request
View home: Obelisk House
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Distance
Abington Park View Care HomeRequires improvement · Jan 2026On request291.2 mi—1.5 mi
Althorp GrangeRequires improvement · Dec 2025On request576.7 mi—6.5 mi
Apollo HouseRequires improvement · Dec 2022On request611.8 mi—1.4 mi
Ashurst Mews Care HomeRequires improvement · Sept 2022On request603.4 mi—3.5 mi
Boughton Lodge Care HomeGood · Jan 2025On request192.3 mi—2.1 mi
Brampton View Care HomeGood · Feb 2026On request883.5 mi—3.3 mi
Burlington CourtOutstanding · Dec 2019On request1020.8 mi—1.1 mi
Christchurch ViewGood · Feb 2020On request180.8 mi—1.1 mi
Cliftonville Care HomeRequires improvement£9951060.2 mi—0.6 mi
Collingtree Park Care HomeGood£1,152792.9 mi—2.9 mi
Crescent HouseRequires improvement · Mar 2026On request401.1 mi—1.2 mi
Cunningham HouseOutstanding · Jun 2018On request186.2 mi—6.4 mi
Grangefield Residential Care HomeGood · Apr 2023On request235.8 mi—6.2 mi
Holly House Residential HomeGood · May 2025On request283.5 mi—3.3 mi
Kingsthorpe GrangeGood · Sept 2025On request512.6 mi—2.5 mi
Margaret's Rest HomeRequires improvement · May 2026On request271.1 mi—1.1 mi
Merrifield House Residential Care HomeGood · Oct 2019On request622.2 mi—2.2 mi
Nazareth House - NorthamptonGood · Dec 2020On request502.1 mi—1.6 mi
Oakfield at Yardley Hastings—On request106.6 mi—7.0 mi
Oaklodge Care HomeRequires improvement · Oct 2025On request362.8 mi—2.3 mi
Obelisk HouseRequires improvement · Dec 2022On request442.9 mi—2.8 mi
Orchard HouseOutstanding · Jan 2024On request226.2 mi—6.4 mi
Overstone House Care Home—On request664.2 mi—4.4 mi
Pytchley Court Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Oct 2020On request406.3 mi—6.2 mi
Rathgar Care HomeRequires improvement · May 2026On request231.9 mi—2.0 mi
Richmond Village NorthamptonOutstanding · Mar 2020On request312.9 mi—3.0 mi
Southfields HouseGood · Sept 2023On request443.6 mi—3.9 mi
Spencer House Care HomeGood · Jul 2021£995250.2 mi—0.7 mi
Squires Mews Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,500592.1 mi—2.3 mi
St Albans Close—On request71.9 mi—2.1 mi
St Christopher's HomeRequires improvement · Feb 2021On request541.0 mi—1.4 mi
St Giles Charity EstatesGood · Apr 2026On request202.6 mi—2.4 mi
St John's HomeGood · Apr 2023On request501.9 mi—2.2 mi
St Matthews Limited - The AvenueGood · Mar 2026On request321.8 mi—2.0 mi
St Matthews UnitRequires improvement · Sept 2023On request521.1 mi—1.2 mi
Symphony House Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2022On request251.5 mi—1.3 mi
Templemore Care HomeRequires improvement · Mar 2026On request651.9 mi—1.5 mi
The Angela Grace Care CentreGood · Jun 2019On request800.2 mi—0.2 mi
The CotswoldsGood · Dec 2025On request412.6 mi—2.2 mi
The Oakleaf Care Group (Hartwell) LimitedOutstanding · Jun 2018On request166.2 mi—6.4 mi
The Warren—On request02.7 mi—2.2 mi
Timken GrangeGood · Jan 2023On request662.5 mi—2.0 mi
Turn FurlongGood · May 2025On request512.7 mi—2.5 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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Northampton in numbers

61% of Northampton’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 5 rated Outstanding. Based on 38 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Northampton costs about £1,161/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 £196/week (about £10,192/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 listed43
Rated Good or Outstanding23 of 38 (61%)
Rated Outstanding5
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate15
Average published weekly fee£1,161
West Northamptonshire usual weekly rate (2025)£965
LargestCliftonville Care Home (106 beds)
Most recently inspectedKingsthorpe Grange (January 2024)
Homes by care typeResidential 13 · Nursing 9 · Dementia 13 · Respite 8
Average house price, West Northamptonshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£292,754
Outstanding5
Good18
Requires improvement15
Not yet rated5
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Northampton£1,161/wk
  • Nursing, Northampton£995/wk
  • Dementia, Northampton£1,161/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.

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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 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 Northampton

Northampton is a large Midlands market town with solid everyday services, plenty of places to eat and meet, and good transport links to nearby cities. It offers a fair range of care homes and broad affordability, though crime rates are worth weighing carefully if safety is a top priority.

  • Cultural Hub
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 0% 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 & CommunityA

Excellent — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

840 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime255
  • Anti-social behaviour209
  • Public order58
  • Other theft54
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 Northampton

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

Charity

Age UK Northamptonshire

Provides a range of services to older people to improve their quality of life, to promote independence and prevent them falling into frailty, poverty and isolation

0.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1059995)
Charity

Dostiyo- Asian Women and Girls Organisation

-Advice and Information-Countywide Advocacy Service for Older People-Opportunities to volunteers and gain training within Dostiyo and through external agenices.-Various classes for the elderly and…

0.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1058077)
Charity

The David Taylor Housing Trust for Elderly and Retired Persons

Making donations for the provision of housing for the elderly and those of limited means.

0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (236102)
Charity

The Methodist Homestead

The Methodist Homestead provides warm, manageable, comfortable and secure homes for our Residents in a caring Christian environment in keeping with the needs of our Residents, primarily for: a)…

1.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1150018)
Charity

Northants Parkinson's People

Northants Parkinson's People have a monthly newsletter, a three times per week walking group, twice weekly exercise class and monthly lunch club. We provide telephone friendship calls and a…

2.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1188652)

Northampton: 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
11
Nearest: Superdrug Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
27
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
12.8 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
8.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–9 out of 10
Where the 42 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Northampton

  • The Hospice of Our Lady and St John · 14.1 milesCQC Good (report published June 2015). CQC page

Hospitals near Northampton

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

Is Northampton a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Northampton

Northampton suits people who value urban convenience, a lively social scene, and reasonable care fees without wanting to move far from the East Midlands. It works well for those with family or friends already in the region, or for someone content with town life over countryside quiet. The recorded-crime figures are higher than many areas, so it's not ideal if you're particularly safety-conscious; otherwise, it's a practical, no-fuss choice for later-life living.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Several GP surgeries and pharmacies are scattered across the town; Northampton General Hospital is within the town, offering accident and emergency care nearby.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 840 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, antisocial behaviour and public order offences among the most common. This is higher than many UK areas and is worth considering carefully.
  • Family & connection: Think about where your nearest relatives or close friends live — Northampton's size and rail links make visiting or being visited reasonably straightforward if they're in the Midlands or beyond.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in Northampton are broadly in line with or slightly below the national average, making it an affordable option compared to southern England or other high-cost regions.
  • Transport: The town has frequent bus services and a direct rail link to London, Leicester and other nearby cities. Walking and cycling are possible in town, though some areas are car-dependent.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operates in Northampton, offering choice in size and style; supply is reasonable though not exceptional.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Sixteen parks and four allotments are available locally, offering accessible outdoor space. A wide choice of restaurants, cafes and pubs — 187 eating venues and 84 bars — means social outings and clubs are easy to arrange.
  • Community: The large population and social venues support memory cafés, hobby groups and faith communities; ask any prospective care home about their links to local groups.
  • Climate: Northampton experiences a typical Midlands climate: moderate rainfall, cool winters and warm summers, with four distinct seasons.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime rates higher than average: The 840 recorded offences, particularly violent crime and antisocial behaviour, are above many comparable areas and should factor into your decision if personal safety feels important.
  • Urban rather than rural: Northampton is a busy town centre with traffic and noise in places; if you prefer quieter, countryside surroundings, a smaller market town or village might suit you better.

Questions about care homes in Northampton

How many care homes are there in Northampton?

There are 43 care homes listed in and around Northampton 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 Northampton cost?

Care homes in Northampton range from around £995 to around £1,500 per week, with averages of £1,161 for residential, £1,161 for dementia, £995 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Northampton is about £1,161 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

23 of the 43 care homes in and around Northampton are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 5 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Northampton?

Homes in and around Northampton offer dementia (13), residential (13), nursing (9), respite (8). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Northampton?

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

Thinking about downsizing to an independent community?Explore retirement living in NorthamptonPrefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Northampton

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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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