Dementia care homes in Bushey
There are 8 dementia care homes in and around Bushey on AskBart. 83% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,406 a week, while Harrow usually pays £1,094. The largest is River Court Care Home, with 120 beds.
Average residential fee in Bushey: £1,406/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Bushey
| Dementia care homes listed | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 6 (83%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,406 |
| Harrow usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,094 |
| Largest | River Court Care Home (120 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Good — safer than 46% of similar areas
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Limited — 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.
The estimated average residential care fee in Bushey is about £1,406/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.
83% of Bushey’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Of the homes in and around Bushey, 7 offer nursing care, 8 offer dementia care and 5 offer residential care.
Based on 6 CQC-rated homes in and around Bushey. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Bushey costs about £1,406/week, while Harrow’s published usual rate is around £1,094/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £312/week (≈ £16,224/year) to bridge the gap.
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 Harrow’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
updated September 2026
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The average house price in Hertsmere is £560,436, 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
- £560,436
- Detached
- £1,217,747
- Semi-detached
- £629,323
- Terraced
- £496,763
- Flats & maisonettes
- £299,527
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.
Residential care homes
5 in BusheyNursing homes
7 in BusheyDementia care homes
8 in BusheyRespite care
5 in Bushey113 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime61
- Anti-social behaviour14
- Vehicle crime9
- Criminal damage & arson8
Bushey is near 6 Environment Agency flood warning areas and 5 flood alert areas within 3.1 miles — on the Edgware Brook, Radlett Brook, River Colne, River Gade and 3 more. A flood warning means flooding to property is expected when one is in force.
This reflects river and coastal flood areas the Environment Agency monitors near the town centre; it does not include surface-water (flash) flooding. For a specific property, check the government’s long-term flood-risk service.
Uses Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Is Bushey a good retirement location?
Bushey has fewer residents aged 65+ than the national average (17.5% versus 18.6%), so it's not an established retirement hotspot, but it offers decent everyday services and plenty of green space. It's worth considering if you value a quieter environment over a community specifically geared toward later-life living, and if hospital access and family proximity work for your situation.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgeries and pharmacies locally; check distance to the nearest major hospital before committing.
- Safety: Recorded crime stands at 113 offences in the 2026–04 period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime as the most common types — higher than many areas, so worth weighing carefully.
- Family & connection: With below-average numbers of older residents, ask yourself how close family and your existing support network are to Bushey, and whether you'll build new connections easily.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check local care-home weekly fees against the national average to understand what you'll pay; broad affordability depends on the homes available.
- Transport: Verify local bus routes and any rail links to nearby cities; assess whether you'll need a car or can walk to shops and services.
- Housing options: Bushey has care homes available; enquire directly about the range, size and length of waiting lists.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Ten parks and seven allotments offer outdoor activity; thirteen restaurants and cafés plus ten pubs provide social eating and drinking options.
- Community: Ask care homes and the local council about memory cafés, social groups and support networks; below-average retirement numbers may mean fewer age-specific clubs.
- Climate: As an East of England location, expect a drier, cooler climate than southern regions, with moderate winters.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: Recorded offences are notably higher than many comparable areas, particularly violent crime and anti-social behaviour; visit at different times and speak to existing residents.
- Fewer older residents: With 17.5% aged 65+, Bushey has a smaller established retirement community than average, so social networks and facilities may be less tailored to later-life living.
How many dementia care homes are there in Bushey?
AskBart lists 8 dementia care homes in and around Bushey, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Bushey rated?
Of the 6 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Bushey cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,491 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 Bushey?
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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