Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miNursing homes in Towcester
2 homes
There are 2 nursing homes in and around Towcester on AskBart. Published fees average about £950 a week, while West Northamptonshire usually pays £965. The largest is Brook House Care Home, with 53 beds. The most recent inspection was at Brook House Care Home in June 2022.
- care homes
- 2
- typical residential fee
- £950/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
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Care homes in Towcester (2)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
- Good
Distance from the town centre: 0.3 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.6 miRun a care home or business in Towcester that’s missing or out of date? Add or update a listing
Towcester in numbers
| Nursing homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| 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 |
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 November 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
Good — quieter than 55% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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.
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…
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.
Towcester: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
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); Ofcom Connected Nations; 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 nursing homes are there in Towcester?
AskBart lists 2 nursing homes in and around Towcester, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in Towcester rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do nursing homes in Towcester cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £950 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between nursing homes in Towcester?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Towcester?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Towcester:
Near Towcester
- Nursing homes in Northampton 6
- Nursing homes in Buckingham 5
- Nursing homes in Brackley 1
- Nursing homes in Daventry 2
- Nursing homes in Newport Pagnell 4
- Nursing homes in Bletchley 8
- Care homes in Brackley 2
- Care homes in Daventry 6
- Care homes in Northampton 39
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- What Is A Nursing Home? The Ultimate Guide For 2025
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC): Eligibility and Rates In 2025!
More in our nursing care guides.
Header photo: Richard Kelly, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons