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There are 12 care homes in and around Dereham on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £995 a week, while Norfolk usually pays £1,015. The largest is Bilney Hall, with 64 beds.

care homes
12
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£995/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Dereham

Care homes in Dereham (12)

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10 in Dereham, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Distance
Bilney HallGood · May 2026On request6416.5 mi—4.6 mi
Dorrington House (Dereham)Good · Jan 2019On request4512.7 mi—0.3 mi
Eckling GrangeGood · Mar 2019On request6011.5 mi—1.2 mi
Lincoln House Care HomeGood£9956011.7 mi—2.3 mi
Lyles HouseGood · Oct 2024On request2016.6 mi—10.3 mi
Nightingale Care HomeGood · Jun 2023On request477.3 mi—5.4 mi
Oak Manor Nursing HomeGood · May 2022On request6114.2 mi—2.1 mi
Quebec Hall LimitedGood · Jul 2026On request2213.0 mi—0.7 mi
Sanford House Care HomeGood£1,2824012.5 mi—0.4 mi
St Nicholas HouseGood · Mar 2019On request3812.5 mi—0.2 mi
Woodstock Care Home LimitedGood · Apr 2026On request2814.6 mi—2.3 mi
York HouseGood · May 2019On request4312.0 mi—0.7 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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Dereham in numbers

100% of Dereham’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 12 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed12
Rated Good or Outstanding12 of 12 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£995
Norfolk usual weekly rate (2025)£1,015
LargestBilney Hall (64 beds)
Most recently inspectedNightingale Care Home (April 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 5 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 6 · Respite 3
Average house price, Breckland (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£273,851
Good12
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Dereham£995/wk
  • Nursing, Dereham£1,139/wk
  • Dementia, Dereham£1,282/wk
  • Breckland average£1,209/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Breckland. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. 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 Breckland

The average house price in Breckland is £273,851, 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
£273,851
Detached
£374,751
Semi-detached
£244,049
Terraced
£195,663
Flats & maisonettes
£110,304

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 Dereham

Dereham is a market town in Norfolk with a notably older population—around a quarter of residents are over 65, well above the national average. It offers established community services and reasonable green space, though care-home provision and transport links will need careful checking against your family's specific needs.

  • High Retirement Community
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 37% 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

136 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime46
  • Shoplifting26
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Public order14
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 Dereham

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

Charity

Caring Friends Mid Norfolk

Caring Friends Mid Norfolk promote the relief of people suffering from cancer, dementia; long term chronic health conditions and isolation and loneliness and their family and friends and carer's…

1.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1164648)
Charity

Eckling Grange Limited

Eckling Grange is a leading local provider of Christian care. It has a 60 room Residential and Dementia Care Home for the elderly, providing personal care and accommodation. 20 of the rooms have…

1.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (251534)

Dereham: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+59.5%
Projected change in Breckland, 2025 to 2035 (5,296 to 8,445). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+26.4%
Projected change in Breckland, 2025 to 2035 (38,460 to 48,625). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Boots (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
3
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
5.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–9 out of 10
Where the 11 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Dereham

  • Priscilla Bacon Hospice · 12.8 milesCQC page

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

Is Dereham a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Dereham

Dereham suits people who value a quieter, established market-town setting with a strong over-65 community (25% of the population, compared to the national 18.6%). It has decent everyday services and green space for gentle activity. However, you'll need to weigh transport options carefully if you or visiting family rely on rail or frequent trips to Norwich or further afield, and check individual care-home availability and fees against your budget.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Check directly with local GP surgeries and pharmacies; Dereham is within reach of Norwich's NHS facilities for specialist care and emergency services.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area stands at 136 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour among the most common reports. Speak to care homes about their own security and any local concerns.
  • Family & connection: If family live locally or in Norwich, visits will be straightforward; if further afield, discuss travel time and frequency with relatives before choosing.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in Dereham vary by home and level of support needed. Compare quotes carefully against the current national average and your own budget; local provision may offer good value depending on the specific home.
  • Transport: Dereham has bus links to Norwich and surrounding villages. If you need regular rail access, Norwich railway station is the nearest major hub. The town itself is reasonably walkable for daily errands, though some activities may require a car or taxi.
  • Housing options: Dereham has a range of care homes available. Visit several to compare facilities, staffing, activity programmes and fees before deciding.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 14 parks and 6 allotments, plus 19 restaurants and cafes and 14 pubs and bars for social gatherings. Walking and gardening groups often thrive in established communities like this.
  • Community: Ask prospective care homes about on-site activities, links to local memory cafés, church groups and hobby clubs. Dereham's settled older population typically means active community networks.
  • Climate: Norfolk's coastal position means cooler winters and moderate summers; prepare for grey, damp days and occasional cold spells typical of East England.

Things to weigh up

  • Violent crime and anti-social behaviour: These are among the most common recorded offences in the area. Ask the care home about their experience, local policing and any measures they take to keep residents safe.
  • Transport and isolation: If you rely on train travel or have family who visit infrequently, check bus reliability and journey times to Norwich carefully. Dereham's quiet setting is a strength for some, but can feel remote for others.

Questions about care homes in Dereham

How many care homes are there in Dereham?

There are 12 care homes listed in and around Dereham 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 Dereham cost?

Care homes in Dereham range from around £995 to around £1,282 per week, with averages of £995 for residential, £1,282 for dementia, £1,139 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Dereham is about £995 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

12 of the 12 care homes in and around Dereham 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 Dereham?

Homes in and around Dereham offer dementia (6), residential (5), respite (3), 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 Dereham?

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

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

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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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