Manson House
CQC Good
Manson House is a 34-bed care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.
Care homes in Bury St Edmunds
Bury St Edmunds is a historic market town in Suffolk with a notably older population — nearly a quarter of residents are over 65, well above the national average. It offers good everyday services, plenty of green space, and a strong community feel, making it worth serious consideration if you value local character and established retirement infrastructure.
Average residential fee in Bury St Edmunds: £1,509/week — above the UK average of £1,279
Living in Bury St Edmunds
Green SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
SafetyB
Good — safer than 33% of similar areas
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — 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 Bury St Edmunds is about £1,509/week, above the UK average of £1,279.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
The care market in Bury St Edmunds
100% of Bury St Edmunds’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%, including 3 rated Outstanding.
Good or above in Bury St Edmunds
100%
National average
79%
CQC-rated homes
7 of 7
Of the homes in and around Bury St Edmunds, 2 offer nursing care, 2 offer dementia care and 2 offer residential care.
Based on 7 CQC-rated homes in and around Bury St Edmunds. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
Council funding & top-up in Bury St Edmunds
The average residential care home in Bury St Edmunds costs about £1,509/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 £445/week (≈ £23,140/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Bury St Edmunds
£1,509/wk
Suffolk usual rate
£1,064/wk
Likely top-up gap
£445/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 Bury St Edmunds on the map
- Outstanding
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (7)
updated September 2026
Top-rated in Bury St Edmunds
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission — the CQC’s highest rating.
Cornwallis Court
CQC Outstanding
Cornwallis Court is a 58-bed care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, run by the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
The Martins
CQC Good
The Martins is a 42-bed care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, operated by Methodist Homes.
Cathedral View
CQC Good
Cathedral View is a small care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, providing care for 8 residents.
Davers Court Care Home
CQC Good
Davers Court is an award-winning Care UK care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, offering residential, dementia, respite, end-of-life and day-club care.
DementiaResidentialRespiteNursing
Glastonbury Court Care Home
CQC Outstanding
Glastonbury Court is a CQC-Outstanding Care UK care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, offering residential, nursing, dementia, respite and end-of-life care.
DementiaResidentialRespiteNursing
Montana Residential Home
CQC Outstanding
Montana Residential Home is a 19-bed residential care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.
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What care costs in Bury St Edmunds
Residential (avg)
£1,509/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,509/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,509/week
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House prices in West Suffolk
The average house price in West Suffolk is £296,879, 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
- £296,879
- Detached
- £452,809
- Semi-detached
- £281,843
- Terraced
- £231,019
- Flats & maisonettes
- £146,457
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 Bury St Edmunds
Residential care homes
2 in Bury St EdmundsResidential care homes provide help with everyday living in a safe, sociable setting — the right choice when someone needs support day to day but not round-the-clock nursing.
Nursing homes
2 in Bury St EdmundsNursing homes provide everything a residential home does, plus registered nurses on site 24 hours a day — for people with ongoing or complex health needs.
Dementia care homes
2 in Bury St EdmundsSpecialist dementia care homes provide trained staff and a carefully designed, calm environment for people living with dementia — supporting safety, routine and wellbeing.
Respite care
2 in Bury St EdmundsRespite care is a short stay in a care home — to give a family carer a break, or to help someone recover after a hospital stay.
Safety
167 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime67
- Shoplifting18
- Criminal damage & arson18
- Public order17
Is Bury St Edmunds a good retirement location?
Bury St Edmunds suits those seeking a quieter, well-established retirement setting with solid local amenities. The over-65 population of 24.2% — above the national average of 18.6% — signals a town already geared toward later-life living. It is not a buzzing city, but offers enough medical access, social outlets and green space to sustain a comfortable, connected retirement if you value heritage and community over cutting-edge facilities.
Health & support
- Medical access: Bury St Edmunds is served by West Suffolk Hospital; GPs and pharmacies are distributed across the town to serve its sizeable population.
- Safety: Recorded crime in April 2026 was 167 offences; violent crime, shoplifting and criminal damage were the most common categories — rates you should verify with local police data to judge against your own comfort level.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support networks are; a market town offers community but not the travel links or scale of a major city.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees in the East of England region are broadly in line with the national average; Bury St Edmunds itself is not a premium area, so you may find competitive local provision.
- Transport: The town has regular rail connections to nearby Norwich and Cambridge; buses serve local routes. Walking and cycling are feasible for many tasks; car dependency varies by which part of town you choose.
- Housing options: Bury St Edmunds has an established care-home sector reflecting its older demographic; a range of homes and retirement schemes operate locally, offering choice at different price points.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 31 parks and 7 allotments, supporting walking, gardening and outdoor activity. There are 82 restaurants and cafes and 30 pubs and bars, offering social and dining options.
- Community: A heritage market town with a strong resident base, Bury St Edmunds supports local clubs, groups and events; memory cafés and support networks are present, though you should research specific services locally.
- Climate: East England winters are cooler and drier than much of the UK, with moderate summers; expect bracing winds and occasional frost rather than heavy snow.
Things to weigh up
- Older demographic: With 24.2% of residents aged 65+, the town is skewed toward retirement living; this brings community and services tailored to older people, but it is not a mixed-age setting.
- Crime profile: Violent crime features as the most common category in the recorded figures; this warrants direct conversation with local police and current residents to contextualise the figures.
Common questions
How many care homes are there in Bury St Edmunds?
There are 8 care homes listed in and around Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds cost?
Care homes in Bury St Edmunds range from around £1,509 per week, with averages of £1,509 for residential, £1,509 for dementia, £1,509 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Bury St Edmunds compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Bury St Edmunds is about £1,509 per week — above the UK average of £1,279. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Bury St Edmunds are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
7 of the 8 care homes in and around Bury St Edmunds are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 3 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Bury St Edmunds?
Homes in and around Bury St Edmunds offer dementia (2), nursing (2), residential (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
How many care homes in Bury St Edmunds offer dementia care?
2 care homes in and around Bury St Edmunds offer specialist dementia care. Use the dementia filter above to see them, and check each home's CQC report for its record on caring for people living with dementia.
Do any care homes in Bury St Edmunds offer respite care?
Yes — 2 care homes in and around Bury St Edmunds offer respite (short-stay) care, for recovery after a hospital stay or to give a regular carer a break. Availability changes often, so contact the home directly to check.
How safe is the Bury St Edmunds area?
Bury St Edmunds is graded B for safety on AskBart — safer than 33% of similar areas. This is drawn from police-recorded crime data and compared against similar areas.
Can I get council funding for care in Bury St Edmunds?
If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, West Suffolk Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.
What's included in a care home's weekly fees in Bury St Edmunds?
A care home's weekly fee in Bury St Edmunds usually covers accommodation, all meals, day-to-day personal care, housekeeping, laundry and activities. Extras such as hairdressing, chiropody, outings and one-to-one care are often charged separately, so ask each home for a full breakdown of what is and isn't included.
What's the difference between residential and nursing care?
Residential care homes help with everyday personal care — washing, dressing, meals and prompting medication. Nursing homes provide the same support plus a qualified nurse on site around the clock for residents with ongoing medical needs. Homes in Bury St Edmunds may offer one or both, so check each listing for the care types it provides.
Could the NHS pay for care in Bury St Edmunds?
If a person's needs are primarily health-related rather than social, they may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which can fully fund a care-home placement regardless of their savings. Eligibility is decided by the local NHS integrated care board after an assessment — it's separate from means-tested council funding.
How do I choose a care home in Bury St Edmunds?
Start by shortlisting homes in Bury St Edmunds by the type of care needed and their CQC rating, then visit in person. On a visit, read the home's latest CQC report, ask about staffing levels and fees, and see how residents are supported day to day. AskBart lists each home's rating, facilities and fees so you can compare before arranging a visit.
Who regulates care homes in Bury St Edmunds?
Care homes in Bury St Edmunds are regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. The CQC rates each home as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate following regular inspections — you can read each home's latest report on the CQC website.
What other nearby areas have care homes in West Suffolk?
If you're widening your search beyond Bury St Edmunds, nearby areas with care homes include Haverhill and Mildenhall. You can browse each from the list of nearby locations on this page.
Weighing up your options in Bury St Edmunds?
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