Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
from £1336/wk
Care homes in Haverhill
5 homes
There are 5 care homes in and around Haverhill on AskBart. 60% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,493 a week, while Suffolk usually pays £1,064. The largest is Cleves Place Care Home, with 60 beds.
- care homes
- 5
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 60%
- typical residential fee
- £1,493/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Suffolk council pays
- £1,064/wk
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Care homes in Haverhill (5)
3 in Haverhill, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Outstanding
- Good
- Requires improvement
Top-rated in Haverhill
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 mi
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Distance from the town centre: 1.2 miCQC Requires improvement
Fees on request
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Distance from the town centre: 1.2 miCQC Outstanding
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Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCQC Requires improvement
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleves Place Care Home | Outstanding | £1,649 | 60 | 14.2 mi | — | 1.2 mi |
| Eastcotts Care Home with Nursing | Requires improvement · Jan 2026 | On request | 59 | 14.3 mi | — | 2.8 mi |
| The Meadows Care Home | Good | £1,336 | 55 | 13.0 mi | — | 0.4 mi |
| The Meadows Care Home | Good · Jun 2019 | On request | 55 | 12.9 mi | — | 0.4 mi |
| The Swallows Residential Care Home | Requires improvement · Oct 2024 | On request | 16 | 14.4 mi | — | 1.2 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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Haverhill in numbers
60% of Haverhill’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 5 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Haverhill costs about £1,493/week, while Suffolk’s published usual rate is around £1,064/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £429/week (about £22,308/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 Suffolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 5 (60%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 2 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,493 |
| Suffolk usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,064 |
| Largest | Cleves Place Care Home (60 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | The Swallows Residential Care Home (January 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 2 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 4 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, West Suffolk (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £296,879 |
Outstanding1
Good2
Requires improvement2
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across West Suffolk. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Suffolk'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 · 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 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.
Living in Haverhill
Haverhill is a town with a notably older population — nearly a quarter of residents are over 65 — making it an established retirement area. It offers a modest range of local amenities and green space, though care-home choice may be limited and crime figures warrant careful attention.
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 60% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
80 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime38
- Anti-social behaviour11
- Criminal damage & arson9
- Public order7
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 Haverhill
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Memories Are Golden
A hub to bring together individuals living with Dementia and individuals over 65yrs who are at risk of social isolation to provide meaningful activities, entertainment and events, build…
1.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1195018)
Haverhill: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+56.3%
Projected change in West Suffolk, 2025 to 2035 (5,872 to 9,176). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.1%
Projected change in West Suffolk, 2025 to 2035 (40,148 to 49,020). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: David Holland Pharmacy (0.7 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
3
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
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)
6.2 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 12 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Hospices near Haverhill
- Arthur Rank Hospice · 12.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published February 2019). CQC page
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Haverhill a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Haverhill
Haverhill suits those seeking a quieter, established retirement community with decent green space and reasonable everyday services. It is not a particularly affluent area, and crime levels are a consideration. The over-65 population share (24.2%) is well above the national average, signalling a town where later-life living is the norm rather than exception. Care-home provision appears modest, so early enquiry is wise.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will need to confirm GP surgery locations and distance to the nearest hospital with local NHS services; pharmacy access via everyday shops is likely.
- Safety: Recorded crime stood at 80 offences in the most recent reporting period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage the most common categories — notably higher than many UK towns.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family network is; Haverhill's established older population means good peer support, but isolation is worth weighing if relatives are distant.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local care-home weekly fees are not provided in available data; compare quotes directly against the national average and similar East of England towns before deciding.
- Transport: The town has bus services; rail links to nearby cities exist but you should verify current timetables and journey times for your needs.
- Housing options: Care-home supply in Haverhill appears limited; you may need to search neighbouring areas or towns for a wider choice of schemes and providers.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Haverhill offers 23 parks and 4 allotments, providing genuine scope for walking, gardening and outdoor activity. A modest range of restaurants, cafes and pubs (5 and 9 respectively) supports social outings.
- Community: With over a quarter of the population aged 65 and above, peer-led groups and social networks are likely; enquire locally about memory cafés and organised activities.
- Climate: East of England winters are cool and damp; summers mild. Expect average rainfall for the region.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: The recorded offence count is higher than many comparable towns, particularly for violent crime and anti-social behaviour; visit at different times and speak to current residents.
- Limited care provision: Few care homes may mean longer waiting times or a narrower choice of environments and operators; register early with local authorities if you have specific needs.
Questions about care homes in Haverhill
How many care homes are there in Haverhill?
There are 5 care homes listed in and around Haverhill 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 Haverhill cost?
Care homes in Haverhill range from around £1,336 to around £1,649 per week, with averages of £1,493 for residential, £1,493 for dementia, £1,649 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Haverhill compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Haverhill is about £1,493 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Haverhill are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
3 of the 5 care homes in and around Haverhill are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Haverhill?
Homes in and around Haverhill offer dementia (4), nursing (3), residential (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Haverhill?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Haverhill:
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Guides for families
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- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
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