Belmont View Care Home
CQC Outstanding
Nestled in the heart of the charming town of Hoddesdon, and conveniently situated near the A10, you'll find Belmont View. This impressive, purpose-built care…
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Dementia care homes in Ware
There are 4 dementia care homes in and around Ware on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally. Published fees average about £1,336 a week, while Hertfordshire usually pays £906. The largest is Bentley House Care Home, with 90 beds.
Average residential fee in Ware: £1,336/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Ware
| Dementia care homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 4 (75%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,336 |
| Hertfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £906 |
| Largest | Bentley House Care Home (90 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Ware
SafetyB
Good — safer than 54% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — 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 Ware is about £1,336/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 Ware
The average residential care home in Ware costs about £1,336/week, while Hertfordshire’s published usual rate is around £906/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £430/week (≈ £22,360/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Ware
£1,336/wk
Hertfordshire usual rate
£906/wk
Likely top-up gap
£430/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 Hertfordshire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Ware on the map
- Outstanding
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
Top-rated in Ware
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission — the CQC’s highest rating.
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What care costs in Ware
Residential (avg)
£1,336/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,336/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,417/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in East Hertfordshire
The average house price in East Hertfordshire is £460,778, 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
- £460,778
- Detached
- £891,577
- Semi-detached
- £530,307
- Terraced
- £417,636
- Flats & maisonettes
- £252,893
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 Ware
Residential care homes
4 in WareNursing homes
2 in WareDementia care homes
4 in WareRespite care
4 in WareSafety
93 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime30
- Anti-social behaviour22
- Criminal damage & arson10
- Other theft9
Is Ware a good retirement location?
Ware suits people seeking a traditional market-town pace with good local amenities rather than a specialist retirement community. At 17.5% of residents aged 65+, it has a younger demographic than the UK average (18.6%), so it is not primarily built around older living. However, three supermarkets, eight parks, and a range of cafés and pubs provide the everyday fabric of a functioning small town. Care-home provision is available, but choice may be more limited than in larger retirement centres.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will need to check GP surgery locations and distances directly, as they are not listed in the available data; a pharmacy search and the distance to the nearest hospital should also be part of your planning.
- Safety: Recorded crime was 93 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage the most common types — in line with many market towns but worth weighing against your own priorities.
- Family & connection: Consider whether family or carers are based nearby; a market town setting suits people with strong local ties or who value quieter surroundings.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local care-home fees are not specified in the available data; you should request quotes from homes in Ware and compare them against the national average to judge affordability for your situation.
- Transport: Ware benefits from East Anglia's rail and road networks, linking to nearby larger towns and cities; the town centre is walkable, though some services may require a short journey.
- Housing options: Care-home provision exists in Ware, but the range and size of available schemes are not detailed here — contact local providers directly to understand what suits your needs.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Eight parks and three allotments offer outdoor space; 25 restaurants and cafés plus 16 pubs provide social and eating venues for leisure and connection.
- Community: Look into memory cafés, lunch clubs and support networks in or near Ware; the town's size means these may be smaller or less frequent than in larger centres.
- Climate: East Anglia experiences a typical eastern England climate — drier and cooler than the west, with moderate rainfall and fairly cold winters.
Things to weigh up
- Younger retirement demographic: At 17.5% aged 65+, below the national average, Ware is not primarily oriented towards older people, so retirement-specific services and social groups may be fewer than in established retirement towns.
- Limited care-home choice: Provision exists but is not detailed in the data; you should visit and compare available homes early to ensure the right fit.
- Travel for specialist care: While rail links are good, some medical specialties or larger hospitals may require a journey beyond the town.
Common questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Ware?
AskBart lists 4 dementia care homes in and around Ware, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Ware rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Ware cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,336 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Ware?
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 "Choosing a dementia-friendly care 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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