Dementia care homes in Arlesey
There are 2 dementia care homes in and around Arlesey on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,330 a week, while Central Bedfordshire usually pays £1,008. The largest is Baycroft Fairfield Care Home, with 75 beds.
Average residential fee in Arlesey: £1,330/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Arlesey
| Dementia care homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,330 |
| Central Bedfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,008 |
| Largest | Baycroft Fairfield Care Home (75 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated August 2018. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
What do these badges mean?
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
Excellent — safer than 92% of similar areas
Based on Central Bedfordshire data (town-level not yet available)
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Central Bedfordshire data (town-level not yet available)
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Central Bedfordshire data (town-level not yet available)
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.
The estimated average residential care fee in Arlesey is about £1,330/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.
The average residential care home in Arlesey costs about £1,330/week, while Central Bedfordshire’s published usual rate is around £1,008/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £322/week (≈ £16,744/year) to bridge the gap.
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 Central Bedfordshire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
- Good
updated September 2026
No care homes found in Arlesey.
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The average house price in Central Bedfordshire is £356,453, 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
- £356,453
- Detached
- £609,871
- Semi-detached
- £377,764
- Terraced
- £298,788
- Flats & maisonettes
- £173,703
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.
Residential care homes
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1 in ArleseyHow many dementia care homes are there in Arlesey?
AskBart lists 2 dementia care homes in and around Arlesey, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Arlesey 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 dementia care homes in Arlesey cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,330 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Arlesey?
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 "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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