Residential care homes in Potton
There are 3 residential care homes in and around Potton on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2019). Published fees average about £1,200 a week, while Central Bedfordshire usually pays £1,008. The largest is Penrose Court Care Home, with 65 beds.
Average residential fee in Potton: £1,200/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Potton
| Residential care homes listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 3 (67%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,200 |
| Central Bedfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,008 |
| Largest | Penrose Court Care Home (65 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2019. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Potton
Low Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 92% of similar areas
Based on Central Bedfordshire data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Central Bedfordshire data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
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.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Potton is about £1,200/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 Potton
The average residential care home in Potton costs about £1,200/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 £192/week (≈ £9,984/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Potton
£1,200/wk
Central Bedfordshire usual rate
£1,008/wk
Likely top-up gap
£192/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 Potton on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (3)
0 in Potton, 3 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Tucked away in the charming market town of Biggleswade, Penrose Court stands as a premium care home providing top-tier nursing support, alongside residential,…
DementiaResidentialNursingRespite
Allison House Residential Home
CQC Good
Allison House Residential Home is a 42-bed care home in Sandy, Bedfordshire.
Residential
Run a care home, property or business in Potton?
If it’s missing from this page — or a listing looks out of date or incorrect — let us know and we’ll get it added or put right.
What care costs in Potton
Residential (avg)
£1,200/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,200/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,200/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 Potton
Residential care homes
3 in PottonNursing homes
1 in PottonDementia care homes
1 in PottonRespite care
1 in PottonCommon questions
How many residential care homes are there in Potton?
AskBart lists 3 residential care homes in and around Potton, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Potton rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Potton cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,200 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 Potton?
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.
Near Potton
- Residential care homes in Baldock (6)
- Residential care homes in Letchworth (6)
- Residential care homes in Letchworth Garden City (8)
- Residential care homes in Kempston (8)
- Residential care homes in Hitchin (3)
- Residential care homes in Ampthill (3)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Talk to a Potton care expert.
Our independent advisors know the local homes inside out. Get free, friendly guidance with no obligation — just clear answers when you need them.