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There are 11 care homes in and around Sudbury on AskBart. 90% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £920 a week, while Suffolk usually pays £1,064. The largest is Devonshire House, with 69 beds. The most recent inspection was at Hazell Court in July 2023.

care homes
11
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
90%
typical residential fee
£920/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Sudbury

Care homes in Sudbury (11)

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8 in Sudbury, 3 more within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance
Catchpole Court Care HomeGood£1,1936611.6 mi—0.4 mi
Chilton Croft Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Mar 2023On request3211.1 mi—1.1 mi
Devonshire HouseGood · Sept 2025On request6910.5 mi—4.6 mi
Hazell CourtGood · Jul 2023On request5511.5 mi—0.8 mi
Hillside Care HomeGood£9204410.8 mi—1.3 mi
Laxfield HouseGood · Aug 2026On request3410.9 mi—6.2 mi
Melford Court Care HomeGood · May 2026On request5210.8 mi—2.3 mi
Mellish House Care HomeGood£1,1004810.8 mi—1.3 mi
St JosephsGood · Dec 2025On request6011.7 mi—0.4 mi
The Briars Residential Care Home—On request179.4 mi—4.4 mi
The Red House Welfare & Housing SocietyGood · Jun 2023On request3111.3 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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Sudbury in numbers

90% of Sudbury’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 10 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

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

Care homes listed11
Rated Good or Outstanding9 of 10 (90%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£920
Suffolk usual weekly rate (2025)£1,064
LargestDevonshire House (69 beds)
Most recently inspectedHazell Court (July 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 6 · Respite 5
Average house price, Babergh (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£328,612
Good9
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Sudbury£920/wk
  • Nursing, Sudbury£1,147/wk
  • Dementia, Sudbury£1,147/wk
  • Babergh average£1,071/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Babergh. 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 October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Babergh

The average house price in Babergh is £328,612, 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
£328,612
Detached
£482,180
Semi-detached
£309,393
Terraced
£238,862
Flats & maisonettes
£150,955

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 Sudbury

Sudbury is a well-established retirement area in the East of England, with notably more residents aged 65+ than the national average. It offers straightforward daily services, good green space, and a solid social scene — though crime figures warrant honest consideration before you settle.

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 77% 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

78 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime24
  • Criminal damage & arson14
  • Other theft13
  • Vehicle crime5
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 Sudbury

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

Charity

Gostart Community Transport

Provision of low cost accessible transport for any who is disadvantaged by reason of age disability or location. We operate Dial A Ride within 8 mile radius of Sudbury and accessible community…

1.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1145266)
Charity

The Sudbury Group of the Third Age Trust

The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and…

3.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1101615)

Sudbury: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+69.7%
Projected change in Babergh, 2025 to 2035 (3,820 to 6,482). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+23%
Projected change in Babergh, 2025 to 2035 (26,965 to 33,162). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Superdrug Pharmacy (0.6 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
6
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
5.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–8 out of 10
Where the 11 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Sudbury

  • St Helena Hospice · 12.5 milesCQC page
  • St Nicholas Hospice · 12.9 milesCQC Outstanding (report published August 2016). CQC page

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

Is Sudbury a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Sudbury

Sudbury suits people seeking a quieter East Anglian setting with active community and outdoor interests. The town has a higher-than-average older population, suggesting good familiarity with later-life needs and peer company. Care-home provision exists locally, though choice may be more limited than in larger centres. Honest note: recorded crime is above typical, so security and neighbourhood feel matter here.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; larger hospital services are within reach via nearby centres.
  • Safety: Recorded crime was 78 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, criminal damage and theft among the most common types — higher than many comparable towns, so worth checking specific neighbourhood safety data before choosing a home.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support networks are; Sudbury's established older population may ease social bonds, but distance to key relatives should guide your choice.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees sit broadly in line with the national average for the region, making Sudbury moderately affordable for later-life living.
  • Transport: The town is served by bus routes; rail links connect to nearby cities. Local amenities are reasonably walkable, though some journeys may require transport.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operates locally, offering choice without the scale of larger urban centres.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Sudbury has 11 parks and 3 allotments, plus 38 restaurants and cafes and 14 pubs and bars — good for walks, gardening and eating out with friends.
  • Community: A lively social scene with multiple venues for gathering; many towns this size support memory cafés and hobby groups, worth checking locally.
  • Climate: East Anglian climate is relatively dry, with cool winters and mild summers — typical for the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime is above the town average || Recorded crime figures are higher than many comparable areas, particularly violent crime and criminal damage. Walk the neighbourhood and speak to residents before committing.
  • Older-population concentration: While peer company is a strength, the very high share of residents aged 65+ may mean fewer younger neighbours and a narrower social range.

Questions about care homes in Sudbury

How many care homes are there in Sudbury?

There are 11 care homes listed in and around Sudbury 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 Sudbury cost?

Care homes in Sudbury range from around £920 to around £1,193 per week, with averages of £920 for residential, £1,147 for dementia, £1,147 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Sudbury is about £920 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

9 of the 11 care homes in and around Sudbury 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 Sudbury?

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

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

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

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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

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