Taymer Nursing Home
CQC Good
Taymer Nursing Home is a 30-bed nursing home in Silsoe, Central Bedfordshire.
Nursing
Nursing homes in Silsoe
There is 1 nursing home in and around Silsoe on AskBart. The largest is Taymer Nursing Home, with 30 beds.
Key facts: Silsoe
| Nursing homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Central Bedfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,008 |
| Largest | Taymer Nursing Home (30 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated July 2019. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Silsoe
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
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Care homes in Silsoe on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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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 Silsoe
Nursing homes
1 in SilsoeIs Silsoe a good retirement location?
Silsoe is a modest choice for retirement living — genuinely safe and tight-knit, but limited in local care provision and urban services. It works well for those prioritising a calm, rural setting and who can rely on nearby family or are willing to travel to larger centres like Bedford or Luton for specialist support.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will need to travel to nearby towns for most GP surgeries and pharmacies; the village itself has minimal on-site healthcare, so car access or good local support is important.
- Safety: Recorded crime is very low: 2 offences in 2026-04, mostly violent crime and anti-social behaviour — well below typical village and national averages.
- Family & connection: Consider whether family or close support are within visiting distance; a small village can feel isolating if your network is distant.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home weekly fees and local provision data are not available; you will need to contact individual homes directly for pricing and compare against the national average.
- Transport: Silsoe has limited public transport; you will likely need a car or arrange lifts for appointments and outings. Nearby larger towns like Bedford and Luton are reachable by bus or car, but journeys take planning.
- Housing options: Provision is small and choice is limited; early enquiries to local providers are essential, as capacity may fill quickly.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The village has 1 park and 1 allotment site, offering quiet outdoor space. Walking and gardening are realistic, but organised clubs and hobby groups are sparse.
- Community: Social networks in small villages can be warm, but organised memory cafés and large support groups are unlikely; you will rely on local friendships and family.
- Climate: Bedfordshire experiences typical East Anglian weather — cool winters, mild summers, and moderate rainfall. Winters can be grey and damp.
Things to weigh up
- Rural isolation: Limited local shops, services and entertainment mean day-to-day life depends on a car, family help, or willingness to travel regularly to nearby towns.
- Care home scarcity: Silsoe has few dedicated care homes; availability is tight and choice is narrow, so early research and booking are crucial.
Common questions
How many nursing homes are there in Silsoe?
AskBart lists 1 nursing home in and around Silsoe, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in Silsoe rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between nursing homes in Silsoe?
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 "Residential vs nursing 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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