Baycroft Kempston Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of Kempston, Bedford, you'll find Baycroft Kempston care home, a proud member of the esteemed Baycroft care group. This home is a…
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Care homes offering respite care in Kempston
There are 2 care homes offering respite care in and around Kempston on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,586 a week, while Bedford usually pays £1,077. The largest is Baycroft Kempston Care Home, with 80 beds.
Average residential fee in Kempston: £1,586/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Kempston
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 2 (50%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,586 |
| Bedford usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,077 |
| Largest | Baycroft Kempston Care Home (80 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Kempston
SafetyC
Limited — safer than 21% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Kempston is about £1,586/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Kempston
The average residential care home in Kempston costs about £1,586/week, while Bedford’s published usual rate is around £1,077/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £509/week (≈ £26,468/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Kempston
£1,586/wk
Bedford usual rate
£1,077/wk
Likely top-up gap
£509/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Bedford’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Kempston on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (1)
0 in Kempston, 1 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
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What care costs in Kempston
Residential (avg)
£1,586/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,586/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,586/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Bedford
The average house price in Bedford is £329,830, 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
- £329,830
- Detached
- £560,990
- Semi-detached
- £346,527
- Terraced
- £275,742
- Flats & maisonettes
- £159,325
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.
Types of care in Kempston
Residential care homes
2 in KempstonNursing homes
2 in KempstonDementia care homes
2 in KempstonRespite care
2 in KempstonSafety
237 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime92
- Anti-social behaviour40
- Criminal damage & arson21
- Shoplifting16
Is Kempston a good retirement location?
Kempston works well for people who value convenient shops, parks and social spots over a quieter setting. It suits those with family nearby in Bedfordshire or ready access to Bedford itself, and those comfortable in a busier, more urban environment. Crime is a consideration — the town recorded 237 offences in 2026–04, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage being the most common types — so it's worth asking care homes directly about security and local policing presence.
Health & support
- Medical access: Your GP and pharmacies are within the town; Bedford Hospital is nearby for emergency and specialist care.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 237 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage among the most common. Ask local care homes how they manage safety and what police presence is visible in the area.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are, and whether Kempston's proximity to Bedford suits your need to stay connected.
Finances & daily life
- Transport: Kempston has road links to Bedford and beyond; check with potential care homes about local bus services and how walkable the town centre is for daily needs.
- Housing options: Care home provision in Kempston varies — contact local providers directly to see what choice and size of home suits your needs and budget.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 34 parks and 6 allotments, plus 19 restaurants and cafes and 14 pubs and bars, offering good scope for walks, dining out and social activities.
- Community: A lively high street and varied eating and drinking venues mean reasonable scope for joining groups and staying socially active, though you'll want to check what clubs or memory cafés are run by individual care homes.
- Climate: Kempston sits in the East of England, so expect typical UK Midlands weather — cool winters and mild summers.
Things to weigh up
- Crime rates: At 237 recorded offences in 2026–04, Kempston's crime is notable. Check how the care home and local policing approach safety and whether the environment feels right for you.
- Urban setting: This is a busy, fairly built-up town rather than a quiet village — not ideal if you prefer a slower pace, but good if you want shops, services and social activity on your doorstep.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Kempston?
AskBart lists 2 care homes offering respite care in and around Kempston, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Kempston rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Kempston cost?
Published fees range from £1,533 to £1,638 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Kempston?
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 "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Kempston?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Kempston:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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