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Care homes in Broxbourne

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There are 5 care homes in and around Broxbourne on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,370 a week, while Hertfordshire usually pays £906. The largest is Belmont View Care Home, with 85 beds.

care homes
5
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,370/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Hertfordshire council pays
£906/wk

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Broxbourne

Care homes in Broxbourne (5)

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3 in Broxbourne, 2 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Belmont View Care HomeOutstanding£1,239854.4 mi—
Broxbourne Nursing HomeGood · Oct 2023On request775.4 mi—
Kingfisher Care HomeOutstanding£1,500226.3 mi—
Newgrange Residential HomeGood · Mar 2022On request386.7 mi—
The ChadwickRequires improvement · Jan 2021On request674.3 mi—

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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Areas in Broxbourne

Broxbourne in numbers

80% of Broxbourne’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 2 rated Outstanding. Based on 5 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Broxbourne costs about £1,370/week, while Hertfordshire’s published usual rate is around £906/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £464/week (about £24,128/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 Hertfordshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed5
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 5 (80%)
Rated Outstanding2
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,370
Hertfordshire usual weekly rate (2025)£906
LargestBelmont View Care Home (85 beds)
Most recently inspectedBroxbourne Nursing Home (August 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 4 · Respite 4
Average house price, Broxbourne (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£406,678
Outstanding2
Good2
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Broxbourne£1,370/wk
  • Nursing, Broxbourne£1,500/wk
  • Dementia, Broxbourne£1,370/wk
  • Hertfordshire average£1,279/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Hertfordshire usual rate£906/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Hertfordshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Hertfordshire'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, updated October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Broxbourne

The average house price in Broxbourne is £406,678, 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
£406,678
Detached
£891,193
Semi-detached
£520,158
Terraced
£403,700
Flats & maisonettes
£220,130

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 Broxbourne

Broxbourne is a well-connected East of England town with solid local services and two highly-rated care homes. It suits families wanting a quieter setting close to London while keeping access to shops, green space and community life within easy reach.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 45% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

70 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime30
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Vehicle crime7
  • Other theft4
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.

Community & connection in Broxbourne

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Carers in Hertfordshire

The charity seeks to provide information and support to family carers who are elderly disabled or chronically sick and to advance public education about family caring, involve carers in…

4.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1085491)
Charity

Age Concern Ware

The clubs The Keep Fit ??? Wednesday morningDancing ??? Thursday afternoonWhist ??? meets on Wednesday afternoonsOver Sixties ??? meets on Friday afternoonsA luncheon club is held on a Tuesday of…

4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (210380)
Charity

Harlow Stroke Support, Rehab Centre

We run these non-medical rehab groups:2 social and Rehab sessions, 1 for under 65s one for anyone having had a Stroke or carer. These sessions work on building confidence and concentration ,a…

4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1099071)
Charity

Age Concern Harlow

The aims and objectives of the group are to further charitable purposes for the benefit of the elderly in the district of Harlow. In furtherance of these objectives to co-ordinate and supplement…

5.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (264451)
Charity

Age UK Enfield

To promote the welfare of older people in any manner, which now or hereafter may be deemed by law to be charitable, in and around the London Borough of Enfield (herinafter called " the area of…

5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1063696)
Charity

Epping Forest Community Transport

Epping forest & harlow community transport for people who have difficulty accessing conventional transport. this may be due to restricted mobility, no alternative form of passenger transport due…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1148539)

Broxbourne: health, services and environment

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Is Broxbourne a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Broxbourne

Broxbourne offers a steady, established retirement option. With 17.5% of residents aged 65+—slightly below the national average—it's a mixed community rather than a dedicated retirement destination. The two care homes here are both rated Outstanding by the CQC, and the town has reasonable everyday services and green space. It suits people who value a semi-rural feel with good local amenities and access to family elsewhere via road and rail.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Local GP surgeries and pharmacies are available; Broxbourne is within reasonable distance of larger hospitals serving the East of England.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stands at 70 offences in the most recent period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime recorded. This is a consideration when weighing local safety.
  • Family & connection: Think about how far your support network lives from Broxbourne—proximity to family and friends is a key factor in later-life wellbeing.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly fees for the care homes here vary with bed size; you'll need to contact providers directly for current rates. Broxbourne is in the East of England, a mid-priced region for care.
  • Transport: The town has bus links and rail connections to nearby London and other regional centres, making it easier to visit family or access specialist services outside the area.
  • Housing options: Two care homes operate here, ranging from roughly 22 to 85 beds, offering a limited but focused choice of placements.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Broxbourne has 15 parks and 4 allotments, plus 24 restaurants and cafes and 7 pubs and bars—a decent spread of outdoor space and social venues for a town of its size.
  • Community: Local groups and community cafes exist, though you may need to explore what's specifically available in memory support or befriending services.
  • Climate: As an East of England location, Broxbourne experiences a relatively dry, cool climate typical of the region—winters are mild by UK standards, though damp.

Things to weigh up

  • Below-average retired population: At 17.5% aged 65+, Broxbourne has fewer older residents than the national average. If you value a thriving retirement community with abundant peer-led activities, this is worth weighing against a more established retirement town.
  • Limited choice of homes: With only two care homes listed, options are narrow. If the first doesn't suit, alternatives may mean looking further afield.
  • Recorded crime levels: The area records a moderate number of offences annually, including violent crime. Check the latest figures and visit at different times of day to form your own sense of safety.

Questions about care homes in Broxbourne

How many care homes are there in Broxbourne?

There are 5 care homes listed in and around Broxbourne on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Broxbourne cost?

Care homes in Broxbourne range from around £1,239 to around £1,500 per week, with averages of £1,370 for residential, £1,370 for dementia, £1,500 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Broxbourne compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Broxbourne is about £1,370 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Broxbourne are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

4 of the 5 care homes in and around Broxbourne are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 2 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Broxbourne?

Homes in and around Broxbourne offer dementia (4), residential (4), respite (4), nursing (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Broxbourne?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Broxbourne:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Broxbourne

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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

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