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Care homes in Waltham Cross

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There are 19 care homes in and around Waltham Cross on AskBart. 76% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,400 a week, while Enfield usually pays £1,039. The largest is Paternoster House Care Home, with 108 beds.

care homes
19
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
76%
typical residential fee
£1,400/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Enfield council pays
£1,039/wk

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Care homes in Waltham Cross

Care homes in Waltham Cross (19)

★ With family reviews

1 in Waltham Cross, 18 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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

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Distance
1 Sewardstone CloseGood · Apr 2020On request294.4 mi—2.1 mi
Albany Park Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Oct 2023On request474.2 mi—1.2 mi
Ashbrook Court Care HomeGood · Jun 2023On request704.6 mi—2.1 mi
Avon LodgeGood · Jul 2023On request364.8 mi—0.7 mi
Bridgewood HouseGood · Apr 2021On request703.6 mi—1.7 mi
Bullsmoor LodgeGood · Jan 2019On request484.9 mi—0.4 mi
Eliza HouseGood · Oct 2023On request263.7 mi—2.2 mi
Elsyng House Care HomeGood · Aug 2023On request763.7 mi—2.1 mi
Honey Lane Care HomeGood · Mar 2022On request416.4 mi—2.5 mi
Keevan LodgeGood · Jul 2022On request32.5 mi—2.9 mi
Kingfisher Care HomeOutstanding£1,500226.3 mi—1.3 mi
Kinglea Court—On request664.3 mi—2.3 mi
Nairn House Care HomeRequires improvement£1,110613.6 mi—2.0 mi
Newgrange Residential HomeGood · Mar 2022On request386.7 mi—1.6 mi
Old GrangeGood · Aug 2019On request76.4 mi—1.2 mi
Paternoster House Care HomeRequires improvement£1,5911086.2 mi—2.3 mi
Tallis HouseRequires improvement · Sept 2022On request1016.4 mi—2.4 mi
Thor Lodge—On request52.8 mi—2.7 mi
Woodbury ManorGood · Dec 2019On request604.1 mi—2.5 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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Waltham Cross in numbers

76% of Waltham Cross’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 17 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Waltham Cross costs about £1,400/week, while Enfield’s published usual rate is around £1,039/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £361/week (about £18,772/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 Enfield council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed19
Rated Good or Outstanding13 of 17 (76%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate4
Average published weekly fee£1,400
Enfield usual weekly rate (2025)£1,039
LargestPaternoster House Care Home (108 beds)
Most recently inspectedEliza House (September 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 6 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 5 · Respite 4
Average house price, Broxbourne (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£406,678
Outstanding1
Good12
Requires improvement4
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Waltham Cross£1,400/wk
  • Nursing, Waltham Cross£1,400/wk
  • Dementia, Waltham Cross£1,546/wk
  • Broxbourne average£1,370/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Enfield usual rate£1,039/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Broxbourne. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Enfield's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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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 Waltham Cross

Waltham Cross, in the East of England just north of London, offers good everyday access and a solid range of care homes. With a younger-than-average retired population and proximity to London's services, it suits those who want semi-urban living without feeling isolated — but crime figures and care costs merit close attention.

  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 11% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

291 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Anti-social behaviour81
  • Violent crime72
  • Shoplifting27
  • Criminal damage & arson24
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 Waltham Cross

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

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…

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

Age UK Waltham Forest

Age UK Waltham Forest aims to improve the quality of life for older adults in Waltham Forest by providing direct services, campaigning for the rights of older people and participating in…

4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1048212)
Charity

Enfield Borough Over 50s Forum

Supporting older people in the Borough of Enfield; promoting healthy living and life-styles; encouraging community cohesion; reducing isolation among the older community; focussing on older…

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122859)
Charity

Friend in Need Community Centre

To provide support for the elderly of Barnet in the form of [but not limited to] day care, good neighbour schemes, carer support, community transport, shopping, bill payments and pension…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1090701)
Charity

Oldalone UK

We operate in London. We promote more inclusive communities by helping older people from underrepresented (BAME) groups, overcome social isolation and loneliness through community minorities-based…

7.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1166468)
Charity

High Barnet Good Neighbour Scheme

Transport for elderly or disabled to medical appointments, shopping etc. shopping and prescription collection on behalf of clients. social visiting of the housebound. referral to other agencies,…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (288318)

Waltham Cross: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+25.7%
Projected change in Broxbourne, 2025 to 2035 (2,583 to 3,248). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+14.2%
Projected change in Broxbourne, 2025 to 2035 (17,718 to 20,236). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Niti Pharmacy (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
23
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
13.1 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 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–8 out of 10
Where the 35 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Waltham Cross

  • North London Hospice Day Care Service · 4.9 milesCQC Good (report published November 2016). CQC page
  • North London Hospice · 7.7 milesCQC Good (report published July 2024). CQC page
  • Noah's Ark - The Children's Hospice · 8 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2023). CQC page

Hospitals near Waltham Cross

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Waltham Cross a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Waltham Cross

Waltham Cross is a commuter town with established local services rather than a dedicated retirement hub. The share of residents aged 65+ is 17.5%, below the national average of 18.6%, so it's not a naturally "grey" area — but good transport links, 10 supermarkets, and a reasonable choice of care homes mean it works well for those wanting to stay connected to family or London whilst accessing local support. It suits people who value proximity to a larger city and don't need a garden-focused, quieter setting.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are available locally; Waltham Abbey Community Hospital is nearby, and major London hospitals are within reach by car or public transport.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 291 offences in 2026-04, with anti-social behaviour, violent crime and shoplifting the most common. This is higher than many quieter retirement areas and worth factoring into your sense of security.
  • Family & connection: Consider how far your family and support network live — if in or near London, Waltham Cross is very convenient; if elsewhere, travel times may be longer.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: No specific local care-home fees were provided in the data; compare quotes from local homes against the national average to judge affordability in the area.
  • Transport: Regular bus services connect Waltham Cross to surrounding areas and London; the town is car-dependent for some journeys but has reasonable public-transport links for those without a car.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operate locally; supply appears moderate rather than extensive, so early enquiry and visits are advisable.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Twenty-two parks and 7 allotments offer outdoor space; 33 restaurants and cafes plus 16 pubs and bars support an active social life.
  • Community: Good local amenities and eating-out provision suggest scope for socialising; check individual care homes for clubs, memory cafés and visiting support networks.
  • Climate: The East of England typically experiences milder winters and moderate rainfall compared to the west, though conditions are changeable year-round.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Recorded offences are notably higher than in quieter rural retirement areas; visit at different times of day and speak to existing residents about how this affects daily life.
  • Commuter-town feel: This is a busy town focused on working families and London access, not a purpose-built retirement community — some may find it less peaceful than smaller, quieter alternatives.

Questions about care homes in Waltham Cross

How many care homes are there in Waltham Cross?

There are 19 care homes listed in and around Waltham Cross 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 Waltham Cross cost?

Care homes in Waltham Cross range from around £1,110 to around £1,591 per week, with averages of £1,400 for residential, £1,546 for dementia, £1,400 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Waltham Cross is about £1,400 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

13 of the 19 care homes in and around Waltham Cross are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Waltham Cross?

Homes in and around Waltham Cross offer residential (6), dementia (5), respite (4), nursing (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Waltham Cross?

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

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

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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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