Cotman House Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Felixstowe, within the historic boundaries of…
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Care homes offering respite care in Felixstowe
There is 1 care home offering respite care in and around Felixstowe on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,245 a week, while Suffolk usually pays £1,064. The largest is Cotman House Care Home, with 62 beds.
Average residential fee in Felixstowe: £1,245/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Felixstowe
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,245 |
| Suffolk usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,064 |
| Largest | Cotman House Care Home (62 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Felixstowe
SafetyB
Good — safer than 56% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — 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.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Felixstowe is about £1,245/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.
Council funding & top-up in Felixstowe
The average residential care home in Felixstowe costs about £1,245/week, while Suffolk’s published usual rate is around £1,064/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £181/week (≈ £9,412/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Felixstowe
£1,245/wk
Suffolk usual rate
£1,064/wk
Likely top-up gap
£181/wk
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 Suffolk’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Felixstowe on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Felixstowe
Residential (avg)
£1,245/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in East Suffolk
The average house price in East Suffolk is £278,376, 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
- £278,376
- Detached
- £405,565
- Semi-detached
- £265,776
- Terraced
- £205,795
- Flats & maisonettes
- £140,660
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.
Types of care in Felixstowe
Residential care homes
1 in FelixstoweRespite care
1 in FelixstoweSafety
86 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime34
- Burglary9
- Shoplifting9
- Anti-social behaviour8
Flood riskFlood warning area nearby
Felixstowe is near 5 Environment Agency flood warning areas and 2 flood alert areas within 3.1 miles — on the North Sea, River Deben, River Orwell and River Stour. 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 Felixstowe a good retirement location?
Felixstowe suits those seeking a quiet coastal retirement away from busy urban centres, especially if you value seafront walks and a settled, age-friendly community. The over-65 population is significantly above the national average, which reflects its long appeal to retirees. However, check the specific care homes available in your budget and how accessible the area is if family visits matter to you.
Health & support
- Medical access: Your GP and pharmacy access will depend on which part of town you choose; you'll want to confirm which surgeries and pharmacies are nearest to a home you're considering.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area includes violent crime, burglary and shoplifting; review the local policing priorities and ask care homes about their security measures.
- Family & connection: Felixstowe is a coastal town some distance from major cities; if regular family visits are important, check travel times from where your nearest relatives live.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Compare the weekly fees of homes you're considering against the national average for your care needs; many coastal towns do carry higher care costs, so budget accordingly.
- Transport: The town has rail links to nearby centres and local bus services; if you no longer drive, check how walkable the specific area around your chosen home is.
- Housing options: Felixstowe has care-home provision; visit and compare the homes available to you, as choice and waiting times vary.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town offers 14 parks and 7 allotments, plus a seafront for walks. There are 46 restaurants and cafes and 15 pubs and bars for social outings.
- Community: A well-established retirement community; ask prospective care homes about memory cafés, clubs and visiting support groups active in Felixstowe.
- Climate: East Anglian coastal weather is generally mild but can be windy and damp in winter; dress for changeable conditions.
Things to weigh up
- Coastal location and distance: Felixstowe is quieter and more remote than many retirement areas; weigh whether that isolation suits you or whether proximity to a larger city matters.
- Crime profile: Violent crime and burglary are recorded offences in the area; discuss security and neighbourhood safety with any home you're seriously considering.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Felixstowe?
AskBart lists 1 care home offering respite care in and around Felixstowe, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Felixstowe rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Felixstowe?
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 "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Felixstowe?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Felixstowe:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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