Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
from £1362/wk
Care homes in Newmarket
2 homes
There are 2 care homes in and around Newmarket on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,381 a week, while Suffolk usually pays £1,064. The largest is Kingfisher House Care Home, with 91 beds.
- care homes
- 2
- typical residential fee
- £1,381/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Suffolk council pays
- £1,064/wk
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Care homes in Newmarket (2)
0 in Newmarket, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miDistance from the town centre: 0.9 miCQC Good
from £1400/wk
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Newmarket in numbers
The average residential care home in Newmarket costs about £1,381/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 £317/week (about £16,484/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 | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,381 |
| Suffolk usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,064 |
| Largest | Kingfisher House Care Home (91 beds) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 2 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, West Suffolk (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £296,879 |
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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. 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 Newmarket
Newmarket is a well-established retirement area in East Anglia with a notably older population (24.2% aged 65+, well above the national average). The town offers solid everyday services, plenty of green space and social venues, and a quieter pace of life — though care-home fees and crime figures warrant close attention.
- Well Served
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 84% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
89 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime41
- Other theft10
- Shoplifting9
- Criminal damage & arson5
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 Newmarket
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Newmarket Day Centre Cio
Providing support for over 50's in Newmarket and surrounding area's.Newmarket Day Centre CIO was formed by the conversion of the original charity, Newmarket Day Centre (Charity No. 290989) to a…
0.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1160955)
Charity
Burwell and District Day Centre Trust
Providing a day care centre for the elderly and those with disabilities
3.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1003439)
Is Newmarket a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Newmarket
Newmarket suits those seeking a settled, older-resident community with good access to parks, shops and cafés. Its higher-than-average older population means retirement services are embedded in local life. However, affordability and safety are not standout strengths, so weigh these carefully against proximity to family and your own support needs.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town; Norwich and Cambridge are the nearest major cities with full hospital services, within reasonable reach by car or bus.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area stands at 89 offences in April 2026, with violent crime and theft among the most common — higher than many quieter retirement towns, so worth asking care homes about their security and local policing.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family network is; Newmarket's strong older-resident community helps, but your own support circle matters most.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home fees in Newmarket sit above the national average, making it a pricier choice for those funding care privately — check individual homes' rates carefully.
- Transport: Buses connect to nearby towns and cities; the town is reasonably walkable for daily errands, though some journeys benefit from a car.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operates in the area, offering choice in size and approach — visit several to compare.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Newmarket has 41 parks and 3 allotments, plus 44 restaurants and cafés and 15 pubs, supporting active social life and outdoor interests.
- Community: Social and eating venues are well-represented; an older-resident population often means established clubs and memory cafés, though ask care homes directly what's on offer.
- Climate: East Anglia's climate is broadly cool and often damp; winters can feel long, so good indoor activities matter.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: Recorded offences are notably higher than in smaller, quieter retirement areas — talk to local care homes about how safety is managed and what residents feel.
- Care fees: Above-average cost means private funding carries real weight here; means-tested support should be explored with your council.
Questions about care homes in Newmarket
How many care homes are there in Newmarket?
There are 2 care homes listed in and around Newmarket 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 Newmarket cost?
Care homes in Newmarket range from around £1,362 to around £1,400 per week, with averages of £1,381 for residential, £1,381 for dementia, £1,362 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Newmarket compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Newmarket is about £1,381 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Newmarket are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
2 of the 2 care homes in and around Newmarket 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 Newmarket?
Homes in and around Newmarket offer dementia (2), residential (2), respite (2), nursing (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Newmarket?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Newmarket:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- 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.