Distance from the town centre: 1.6 miCQC Good
from £1457/wk
Dementia care homes in Diss
1 home
There is 1 dementia care home in and around Diss on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,457 a week, while Norfolk usually pays £1,015. The largest is De Lucy House Care Home, with 60 beds.
- care home
- 1
- typical residential fee
- £1,457/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Norfolk council pays
- £1,015/wk
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Care homes in Diss (1)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
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Distance from the town centre: 1.6 miRun a care home or business in Diss that’s missing or out of date? Add or update a listing
Diss in numbers
The average residential care home in Diss costs about £1,457/week, while Norfolk’s published usual rate is around £1,015/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £442/week (about £22,984/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 Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Dementia care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,457 |
| Norfolk usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,015 |
| Largest | De Lucy House Care Home (60 beds) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Dementia 1 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, South Norfolk (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £312,124 |
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Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across South Norfolk. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Norfolk'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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in South Norfolk
The average house price in South Norfolk is £312,124, 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
- £312,124
- Detached
- £428,838
- Semi-detached
- £276,890
- Terraced
- £230,011
- Flats & maisonettes
- £134,548
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 Diss
- High Retirement Community
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
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.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 73% 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
Flood risk!
Flood warning area nearby — 1 Environment Agency flood warning area within 3.1 miles, on the Little Ouse River.
56 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime20
- Shoplifting15
- Anti-social behaviour7
- Public order4
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; flood: Environment Agency.
Community & connection in Diss
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Diss U3a
We provide for the advancement of education for older people and those retired from full time work, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development. To do this we…
1.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1179720)
Charity
Diss and District Community Transport Association Limited
Local community transport service
5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1091986)
Diss: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+59.3%
Projected change in South Norfolk, 2025 to 2035 (5,339 to 8,506). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+25.7%
Projected change in South Norfolk, 2025 to 2035 (37,794 to 47,503). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Hado Pharmacy (0.5 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
5
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 71.5% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
5.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
4–8 out of 10
Where the 7 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025.
Is Diss a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Diss
Diss suits those seeking a quieter Norfolk setting with established retirement infrastructure and family ties to East Anglia. The town has a higher-than-average proportion of older residents, suggesting good community understanding of later-life needs. However, care-home choice is limited and fees will depend on your preferred home; it's not a destination for those wanting a wide range of options or a lively urban social calendar.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; Norwich and Cambridge hospitals are within reasonable reach by car or bus.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is modest—56 offences were recorded in the most recent reporting period, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour the most common categories.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are; Diss is rural Norfolk, so regular visits may require a car journey for those living further afield.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home fees in Norfolk are broadly in line with or slightly below the national average for residential care; confirm current costs with individual homes, as provision in Diss itself is limited.
- Transport: Buses connect Diss to nearby towns and Norwich; rail links are limited, and the town is car-dependent for many journeys, especially to larger centres.
- Housing options: Diss has a small number of care homes; choice is more limited than in larger towns, so early enquiry and planning are advisable.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 6 parks and 4 allotments, offering outdoor interests; 24 restaurants and cafes and 8 pubs provide social venues, though the scene is quieter than in larger towns.
- Community: Social groups and clubs operate in the town; ask local care homes about memory cafés and support networks they can connect you with.
- Climate: Norfolk experiences a typical East Anglian climate—cool winters, mild summers, and moderate rainfall; it can be windier and damper than southern England.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care-home choice: Diss has fewer homes than larger towns, so your preferred care provider may not have a local place, and availability can be tight.
- Rural setting: While peaceful, the town is car-dependent for many amenities and journeys beyond the immediate area, which matters if you or your family don't drive.
Questions about care homes in Diss
How many dementia care homes are there in Diss?
AskBart lists 1 dementia care home in and around Diss, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Diss rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Diss cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,457 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 Diss?
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.
Weighing up your options in Diss?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Diss:
Near Diss
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- Dementia care homes in Thetford 3
- Dementia care homes in Framlingham 2
- Dementia care homes in Needham Market 1
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Dementia-Friendly Care Home
- The Stages of Dementia: What to Expect (2026)
- Caring for Someone with Dementia: How to Cope (2026)
More in our dementia care guides.
Header photo: Richard Slessor, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons