The Meadows Care Home
Nestled in the charming village of Hanchett in Suffolk, The Meadows Care Home stands as a beacon of exceptional residential care. This purpose-designed…
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.
Average residential fee in Haverhill: £1,493/week — above the UK average of £1,279
Good — safer than 60% of similar areas
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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.
The estimated average residential care fee in Haverhill is about £1,493/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 average residential care home in Haverhill costs about £1,493/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 £429/week (≈ £22,308/year) to bridge the gap.
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).
1 in Haverhill, 2 more within 10 miles · updated September 2026
Top-rated in Haverhill
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission — the CQC’s highest rating.
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Residential 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 provide everything a residential home does, plus registered nurses on site 24 hours a day — for people with ongoing or complex health needs.
Specialist dementia care homes provide trained staff and a carefully designed, calm environment for people living with dementia — supporting safety, routine and wellbeing.
Respite 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.
80 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
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.
There are 3 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.
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.
The average residential care fee around Haverhill is about £1,493 per week — above the UK average of £1,279. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
3 of the 3 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.
Homes in and around Haverhill offer dementia (3), nursing (2), residential (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
3 care homes in and around Haverhill 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.
Yes — 2 care homes in and around Haverhill 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.
Haverhill is graded B for safety on AskBart — safer than 60% of similar areas. This is drawn from police-recorded crime data and compared against similar areas.
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.
A care home's weekly fee in Haverhill 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.
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 Haverhill may offer one or both, so check each listing for the care types it provides.
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.
Start by shortlisting homes in Haverhill 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.
Care homes in Haverhill 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.
If you're widening your search beyond Haverhill, nearby areas with care homes include Bury St Edmunds and Mildenhall. You can browse each from the list of nearby locations on this page.
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