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Care homes in Potters Bar

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There are 8 care homes in and around Potters Bar on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,341 a week, while Hertfordshire usually pays £906. The largest is Greenhill Care Home, with 67 beds.

care homes
8
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,341/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Hertfordshire council pays
£906/wk

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Potters Bar

Care homes in Potters Bar (8)

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2 in Potters Bar, 6 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Distance
Cooperscroft Care HomeGood£1,650604.0 mi—0.5 mi
Cuffley Manor Care HomeGood£1,500604.0 mi—0.6 mi
Five OaksGood · Dec 2019On request452.7 mi—2.6 mi
Green Trees Care HomeGood · Jul 2026On request162.2 mi—2.0 mi
Greenhill Care HomeGood · Jun 2019On request672.3 mi—1.3 mi
Hadley Lawns Care HomeGood£1,007441.4 mi—2.2 mi
Mayfair Lodge Care HomeGood£1,208623.4 mi—0.2 mi
Potters GrangeGood · Aug 2022On request242.6 mi—1.0 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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Potters Bar in numbers

100% of Potters Bar’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 8 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Potters Bar costs about £1,341/week, while Hertfordshire’s published usual rate is around £906/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £435/week (about £22,620/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 listed8
Rated Good or Outstanding8 of 8 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,341
Hertfordshire usual weekly rate (2025)£906
LargestGreenhill Care Home (67 beds)
Most recently inspectedPotters Grange (July 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 5 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 4 · Respite 4
Average house price, Hertsmere (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£560,436
Good8
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Potters Bar£1,341/wk
  • Nursing, Potters Bar£1,288/wk
  • Dementia, Potters Bar£1,453/wk
  • Hertsmere average£1,319/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 Hertsmere. 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 September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Hertsmere

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.

Living in Potters Bar

Potters Bar is a commuter town north of London with a younger-than-average retired population and solid everyday amenities. It offers a mix of green space and local services, though care-home choice and affordability will depend on individual need and budget.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 35% 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

186 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime46
  • Shoplifting37
  • Anti-social behaviour36
  • Other theft28
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 Potters Bar

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

Charity

Chipping Barnet Seniors Day Centre

To operate for the benefit of Chipping Barnet. To provide a club-like atmosphere. To provide information and advice. Allow some respite to carers.Information and adviceExercise…

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (272847)
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,…

3.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (288318)
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…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1090701)
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…

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

Age UK Barnet

The charity operates two activity centres for older people and a variety of services in the community including exercise classes, nail cutting, social activities, information and advice and a home…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1080458)
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…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122859)

Potters Bar: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+44.1%
Projected change in Hertsmere, 2025 to 2035 (3,175 to 4,574). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+20.4%
Projected change in Hertsmere, 2025 to 2035 (20,624 to 24,840). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Questmoor Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
10
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
10.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–10 out of 10
Where the 15 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 3 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Potters Bar

  • Noah's Ark - The Children's Hospice · 3.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2023). CQC page
  • North London Hospice · 5.1 milesCQC Good (report published July 2024). CQC page
  • Isabel Hospice · 6 milesCQC Good (report published September 2016). CQC page

Hospitals near Potters Bar

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

Is Potters Bar a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Potters Bar

Potters Bar suits people who want to stay near London, value access to shops and parks, and don't mind a town that's busier and less retirement-focused than some areas. With 17.5% of residents aged 65 and over — below the national average of 18.6% — it's not an established retirement hotspot, so those seeking a tightly knit older community may find it less developed in that sense. Care-home provision is available locally, but you'll need to check individual homes for space, support levels and fees.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are within the town; you'll want to confirm which surgeries are taking patients and distance to Barnet Hospital or nearest emergency services.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stands at 186 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour as the most common types — broadly in line with a busy suburban area.
  • Family & connection: If your family lives in or near London, Potters Bar offers quick access; if support networks are elsewhere, weigh your visiting options carefully.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees vary by home and level of support needed. Compare specific homes' rates against the national average for your care tier before deciding.
  • Transport: The town has bus services and a railway station with links to London and nearby centres, making it walkable for some journeys but partly car-dependent for others.
  • Housing options: Several care homes operate in the area; visit each to assess capacity, care quality and fit with your needs.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Potters Bar has 14 parks and 2 allotments, plus 44 restaurants and cafes and 7 pubs offering social venues and eating out.
  • Community: Look into local groups, memory cafés and social clubs when choosing a home; ask care-home staff what they organise and what's available nearby.
  • Climate: As part of the East of England, expect typical cool, often damp winters and mild summers — dress warmly and stay active indoors during colder months.

Things to weigh up

  • Younger retired population: At 17.5% aged 65 and over, fewer residents are in retirement than the national average, so retirement-specific services and peer community may be less visible.
  • Commuter-town pace: Potters Bar is busier and more transport-focused than quieter retirement villages; if you prefer peace and a slower rhythm, visit in person to gauge the feel.
  • Care-home choice: Check the number and type of homes available before committing; local provision may be smaller than in major retirement areas.

Questions about care homes in Potters Bar

How many care homes are there in Potters Bar?

There are 8 care homes listed in and around Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar cost?

Care homes in Potters Bar range from around £1,007 to around £1,650 per week, with averages of £1,341 for residential, £1,453 for dementia, £1,288 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Potters Bar is about £1,341 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

8 of the 8 care homes in and around Potters Bar are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Potters Bar?

Homes in and around Potters Bar offer residential (5), dementia (4), 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 Potters Bar?

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

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

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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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Header photo: Rob Farrow, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons