Caddington Grove Care Home
CQC Good
Caddington Grove is a Hamberley care home in Dunstable, Bedfordshire, offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care across 66 en-suite rooms.
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Residential care homes in Dunstable
There are 5 residential care homes in and around Dunstable on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,214 a week, while Central Bedfordshire usually pays £1,008. The largest is Capwell Grange Care Home, with 146 beds.
Average residential fee in Dunstable: £1,214/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Dunstable
| Residential care homes listed | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 5 (80%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,214 |
| Central Bedfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,008 |
| Largest | Capwell Grange Care Home (146 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Collinson Care Home (October 2023) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Dunstable
Well Served
What do these badges mean?
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
SafetyC
Limited — safer than 23% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — 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 Dunstable is about £1,214/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 care market in Dunstable
80% of Dunstable’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — in line with the national average of 79%.
Good or above in Dunstable
80%
National average
79%
CQC-rated homes
4 of 5
Of the homes in and around Dunstable, 2 offer nursing care, 5 offer dementia care and 5 offer residential care.
Based on 5 CQC-rated homes in and around Dunstable. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
Council funding & top-up in Dunstable
The average residential care home in Dunstable costs about £1,214/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 £206/week (≈ £10,712/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Dunstable
£1,214/wk
Central Bedfordshire usual rate
£1,008/wk
Likely top-up gap
£206/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 Central Bedfordshire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Dunstable on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (4)
updated September 2026
Capwell Grange Care Home
CQC Good
Capwell Grange Care Home is a 146-bed care home in Luton, Bedfordshire, providing residential care.
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Collinson Care Home
CQC Good
Collinson Care Home is a residential care home in Luton, Bedfordshire, providing care for 29 people.
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Knoll House
CQC Good
Knoll House is a 22-bed residential care home in Studham, Central Bedfordshire, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
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What care costs in Dunstable
Residential (avg)
£1,214/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,214/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,319/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Dunstable
Residential care homes
5 in DunstableNursing homes
2 in DunstableDementia care homes
5 in DunstableRespite care
2 in DunstableSafety
212 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime78
- Anti-social behaviour32
- Shoplifting24
- Burglary19
Is Dunstable a good retirement location?
Dunstable offers reasonable access to shops, parks and social venues for a retirement move, with 11 supermarkets and 12 parks within reach. It is a practical choice for those who value walkable town-centre living and connection to family in the East Midlands or near London. However, recorded crime is notably above the national average, and the range of care homes may be narrower than in bigger cities, so it suits people who have researched options carefully and are rooted locally.
Health & support
- Medical access: Dunstable town has GP surgeries and pharmacies within the town centre; Luton and Bedfordshire NHS Hospital Trust services are nearby.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 212 offences recorded in 2026-04, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting the most common categories — above the national average.
- Family & connection: Consider whether family or support networks are close enough to visit regularly; Dunstable sits between London and the Midlands, so distance may matter.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees in Dunstable are broadly in line with or slightly below the national average for the East of England region.
- Transport: Dunstable has bus services connecting to Luton and nearby towns; the nearest mainline rail is Luton, a short journey away. The town centre is relatively walkable for daily needs.
- Housing options: Local care home provision exists but is more modest in range than in larger county towns; you will need to check availability directly with providers.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 12 parks and 6 allotments, plus 41 restaurants and cafes and 24 pubs and bars, supporting an active social life and outdoor interests.
- Community: Dunstable town centre hosts various clubs and groups; proximity to Luton and Milton Keynes also expands community and cultural options.
- Climate: Bedfordshire experiences typical English Midlands weather — moderate rainfall and cool winters, with reasonable spring and summer months.
Things to weigh up
- Crime above the average: Recorded offences are notably higher than the national average; check specific safety in your intended neighbourhood or care home.
- Limited care home choice: Dunstable's stock of local care homes is smaller than in larger towns, so early research and booking may be important.
Common questions
How many residential care homes are there in Dunstable?
AskBart lists 5 residential care homes in and around Dunstable, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Dunstable rated?
Of the 5 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Dunstable cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,214 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 Dunstable?
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 Dunstable?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Dunstable:
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- Residential care homes in Hitchin (3)
- Residential care homes in Bletchley (3)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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