Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
from £1064/wk
Residential care homes in Biggleswade
2 homes
There are 2 residential care homes in and around Biggleswade on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,132 a week, while Central Bedfordshire usually pays £1,008. The largest is Mantles Court Care Home, with 76 beds.
- care homes
- 2
- typical residential fee
- £1,132/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Central Bedfordshire council pays
- £1,008/wk
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Care homes in Biggleswade (2)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
Distance from the town centre: 0.7 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.0 miCQC Requires improvement
from £1200/wk
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Biggleswade in numbers
The average residential care home in Biggleswade costs about £1,132/week, while Central Bedfordshire’s published usual rate is around £1,008/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £124/week (about £6,448/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 Central Bedfordshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Residential care homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 2 (50%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,132 |
| Central Bedfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,008 |
| Largest | Mantles Court Care Home (76 beds) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 2 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, Central Bedfordshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £356,453 |
Good1
Requires improvement1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Central Bedfordshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Central Bedfordshire's usual cost of residential care (2025). 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. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Central Bedfordshire
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.
Living in Biggleswade
- Green Surroundings
- Well Served
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 46% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Flood risk!
Flood warning area nearby — 7 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the River Flit.
111 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime33
- Vehicle crime29
- Anti-social behaviour24
- Public order6
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; flood: Environment Agency.
Community & connection in Biggleswade
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Blunham Good Neighbour Scheme
To relieve, either generally or individually, persons resident in the Area of Benefit within the county of Bedfordshire, who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress. To provide practical…
4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1204874)
Charity
Hitchin University of the Third Age
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…
5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1065085)
Biggleswade: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+58.6%
Projected change in Central Bedfordshire, 2025 to 2035 (7,144 to 11,329). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.9%
Projected change in Central Bedfordshire, 2025 to 2035 (58,335 to 71,698). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Boots (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
4
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.4%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 94.3% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
8.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
8.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
4–10 out of 10
Where the 14 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Biggleswade
- Sue Ryder - St John's · 4.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published November 2019). CQC page
- Garden House Hospice · 7.9 milesCQC Good (report published July 2022). CQC page
- Keech Hospice Care · 13.3 milesCQC page
Hospitals near Biggleswade
- Care homes near Putnoe Walk-in Centre, Bedford · walk-in centre · 8.5 miles
- Care homes near Bedford Hospital (South Wing) · A&E · 9.3 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 Biggleswade a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Biggleswade
Biggleswade is a practical choice for older people who value a functioning market town with reasonable access to larger cities and a notably active community calendar. It is not a resort or spa destination, but it works well for those seeking lower-key retirement living with good bones: supermarkets, parks, and social venues are all within reach. Families should check care-home availability and fees directly with local providers, and consider how close they are to the town.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will find multiple GP surgeries and pharmacies in the town; Cambridge is within reach for specialist care.
- Safety: Recorded crime was 111 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour the most common categories — worth factoring into your sense of security.
- Family & connection: Think about where your closest relatives live and how often they can visit; Biggleswade sits on a main rail route, which helps.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check local care-home fees directly with providers; this will let you compare against the national average and your own budget.
- Transport: The town has a railway station with direct services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge, making it easy to reach larger centres. Local buses serve the town and surrounding villages. Walking around the centre is straightforward; a car is helpful for trips outside town.
- Housing options: Biggleswade has established care-home provision; availability and type vary, so contact local operators early.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 63 parks and 1 allotment, plus 24 restaurants and cafes and 23 pubs and bars to explore. There are plenty of walking routes in and around the town.
- Community: A range of social groups and clubs operate in Biggleswade; ask local care homes about memory cafés and organised activities.
- Climate: East England can be cool and windy, with variable rainfall — typical for the region.
Things to weigh up
- Crime profile: Violent crime, vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour are above-average for a market town; ask yourself how this fits your own priorities and concerns.
- Availability of homes: Care-home supply in smaller market towns can be limited; contact providers early to understand your options and waiting times.
Questions about care homes in Biggleswade
How many residential care homes are there in Biggleswade?
AskBart lists 2 residential care homes in and around Biggleswade, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Biggleswade 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 residential care homes in Biggleswade cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,132 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Biggleswade?
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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Biggleswade?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Biggleswade:
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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.
Header photo: Jack1956, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons