Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Care homes in Towcester
3 homes
There are 3 care homes in and around Towcester on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £950 a week, while West Northamptonshire usually pays £965. The largest is Brook House Care Home, with 53 beds.
- care homes
- 3
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 67%
- typical residential fee
- £950/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
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Care homes in Towcester (3)
2 in Towcester, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
Distance from the town centre: 0.3 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.5 miCQC Requires improvement
Fees on request
Distance from the town centre: 1.6 miCQC Good
from £950/wk
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brook House Care Home | Good · Feb 2026 | On request | 53 | 8.6 mi | — | 0.3 mi |
| Duncote Hall Nursing Home | Requires improvement · Aug 2021 | On request | 40 | 8.0 mi | — | 1.5 mi |
| The Lakes Care Home | Good · Mar 2023 | £950 | 47 | 8.0 mi | — | 1.6 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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Towcester in numbers
| Care homes listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 3 (67%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £950 |
| West Northamptonshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £965 |
| Largest | Brook House Care Home (53 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Brook House Care Home (June 2022) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, West Northamptonshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £292,754 |
Good2
Requires improvement1
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. 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 Towcester
Towcester is a historic market town in the East Midlands with good local amenities and green space. It suits those wanting a quieter, smaller-town setting with reasonable access to nearby cities, though you'll want to weigh the recorded crime figures and the size of the local care-home market carefully before committing.
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 55% 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
63 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime18
- Anti-social behaviour18
- Vehicle crime6
- Other theft5
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 Towcester
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Towcester U3a
The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and…
0.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1155428)
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.
7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (236102)
Towcester: 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
2
Nearest: Jardines Pharmacy (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
3
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.1 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 6 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Towcester
- The Hospice of Our Lady and St John · 12.5 milesCQC Good (report published June 2015). CQC page
Hospitals near Towcester
- Care homes near Northampton General Hospital · A&E · 8.3 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Towcester a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Towcester
Towcester offers a genuinely walkable town centre with decent everyday services and a strong parks offering — 24 parks and allotments for outdoor life. The recorded crime rate is a notable consideration, and you'll need to check local care-home availability and fees directly, as the town's provision size isn't fully transparent. It suits people who value a quieter, established community and don't mind being a step away from major urban centres.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgery numbers and distance to the nearest hospital; the town centre should support basic pharmacy services, but check how easily you can reach emergency care from your chosen home.
- Safety: Recorded crime was 63 offences in 2026–04, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime among the most common types — higher than some quieter towns, so worth understanding the specific neighbourhoods where homes are located.
- Family & connection: Consider how far your family or support network live; Towcester is an established town, but isolation can be real in later life if visitors need to travel a distance.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: You'll need to request fees from local homes directly. Compare them against the national average for care-home provision to understand whether Towcester sits above or below typical costs.
- Transport: Towcester has road links to nearby urban centres; confirm local bus services and whether rail is within reach. The town centre is reasonably walkable, but a car can help for wider journeys.
- Housing options: The range and number of dedicated care homes in Towcester isn't clearly documented here, so contact the local authority and providers directly to understand your choice and availability.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: 24 parks and 3 allotments offer genuine outdoor life. The town also has 18 restaurants and cafés and 9 pubs, plus 4 supermarkets for everyday shopping — a solid social and practical base.
- Community: Confirm what memory cafés, hobby clubs and organised social groups exist locally; smaller towns can foster strong connections, but provision depends on the care homes and community organisations active in Towcester.
- Climate: East Midlands weather is broadly temperate; prepare for typical UK winters and mild summers, with reasonable rainfall year-round.
Things to weigh up
- Crime and safety: At 63 offences in 2026–04 with violent crime and anti-social behaviour among the most common, this is higher than many quieter care-home settings; ask local homes how they support residents' safety and community confidence.
- Care-home choice: Limited transparency on how many homes Towcester has means you'll need to do careful, direct research with providers and the local authority to confirm availability and suitability for your needs.
Questions about care homes in Towcester
How many care homes are there in Towcester?
There are 3 care homes listed in and around Towcester 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 Towcester cost?
Care homes in Towcester range from around £950 per week, with averages of £950 for residential, £950 for dementia, £950 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Towcester compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Towcester is about £950 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Towcester are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
2 of the 3 care homes in and around Towcester 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 Towcester?
Homes in and around Towcester offer dementia (2), nursing (2), residential (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Towcester?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Towcester:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
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