The Cedars Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the serene borough of Barnet in London, Cedars Care Centre is a haven of holistic, person-centred living. This exceptional facility offers expert…
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Care homes offering respite care in Hadley Wood
There are 9 care homes offering respite care in and around Hadley Wood on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally. Published fees average about £1,449 a week, while Barnet usually pays £1,151. The largest is Barnet Grange Care Home, with 100 beds.
Average residential fee in Hadley Wood: £1,449/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Hadley Wood
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 9 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 8 of 8 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,449 |
| Barnet usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,151 |
| Largest | Barnet Grange Care Home (100 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Hadley Wood
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).
SafetyC
Limited — safer than 20% of similar areas
Based on Enfield data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Enfield data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Enfield data (town-level not yet available)
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 Hadley Wood is about £1,449/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.
The care market in Hadley Wood
100% of Hadley Wood’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Good or above in Hadley Wood
100%
National average
79%
CQC-rated homes
8 of 8
Of the homes in and around Hadley Wood, 8 offer nursing care, 8 offer dementia care and 8 offer residential care.
Based on 8 CQC-rated homes in and around Hadley Wood. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
Council funding & top-up in Hadley Wood
The average residential care home in Hadley Wood costs about £1,449/week, while Barnet’s published usual rate is around £1,151/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £298/week (≈ £15,496/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Hadley Wood
£1,449/wk
Barnet usual rate
£1,151/wk
Likely top-up gap
£298/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 Barnet’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Hadley Wood on the map
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Care homes (8)
1 in Hadley Wood, 7 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Hadley Lawns Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of Barnet, North London, Hadley Lawns care home offers a warm and inviting environment for those seeking residential or nursing care.…
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Hugh Myddelton House Care Home
CQC Good
Hugh Myddelton House is a Barchester care home in Southgate, Enfield, offering nursing, dementia and respite care, rated CQC Good.
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Elizabeth Lodge Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of the London borough of Enfield, you'll find Elizabeth Lodge, a meticulously designed care home that offers a comprehensive range of…
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Mayfair Lodge Care Home
CQC Good
Mayfair Lodge is a purpose-built Quantum Care home in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, offering residential, dementia, respite and day care with en-suite rooms and…
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Carlton Court Care Home
CQC Good
Carlton Court is a luxury TLC Care home in Barnet, north London, purpose-built in 2009, offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care with en-suite…
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Cooperscroft Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the charming town of Potters Bar, in the heart of the picturesque county of Hertfordshire, lies the magnificent Cooperscroft care home. This…
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Cuffley Manor Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the charming town of Potters Bar, in the picturesque county of Hertfordshire, you'll find the award-winning Cuffley Manor Care Home. This…
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What care costs in Hadley Wood
Residential (avg)
£1,449/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,530/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,468/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Enfield
The average house price in Enfield is £471,019, 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
- £471,019
- Detached
- £1,231,307
- Semi-detached
- £714,405
- Terraced
- £496,389
- Flats & maisonettes
- £299,393
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 Hadley Wood
Residential care homes
8 in Hadley WoodNursing homes
8 in Hadley WoodDementia care homes
8 in Hadley WoodRespite care
9 in Hadley WoodIs Hadley Wood a good retirement location?
Hadley Wood offers suburban living within London's orbit, with a solid choice of parks and everyday services nearby. It's suited to those prioritising proximity to central London and family networks in the capital, and who can accommodate higher care fees typical of the region. The area's recorded crime rate is a consideration for some.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present locally; emergency care at Barnet Hospital and North Middlesex University Hospital are within reach.
- Safety: Recorded crime stood at 459 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour among the most common categories — higher than many quieter areas.
- Family & connection: Weigh how close your family and support network are; proximity to London can be a real asset for frequent visits.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care fees in London are above the national average; expect to budget accordingly for homes in this region.
- Transport: Hadley Wood is well served by buses, with rail links to central London nearby, making it walkable for some daily needs and car-dependent for others.
- Housing options: A range of care homes and retirement provision is available locally, reflecting demand in the London area.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Twenty-three parks and eleven allotments are nearby, offering good scope for outdoor pursuits; sixty-four restaurants and cafes, plus twenty-one pubs and bars, support an active social life.
- Community: Local clubs and social groups are typical of a well-populated London suburb; memory cafés and support networks are usually accessible.
- Climate: North London experiences typical UK suburban climate — mild summers, cold winters, and frequent rain.
Things to weigh up
- Recorded crime: At 459 offences, the area's crime rate is higher than many quieter regions; check specific neighbourhoods if safety is a priority.
- London care fees: Expect to pay above the national average for care provision; confirm your budget aligns with local costs.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Hadley Wood?
AskBart lists 9 care homes offering respite care in and around Hadley Wood, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Hadley Wood rated?
Of the 8 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 8 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Hadley Wood cost?
Published fees range from £1,007 to £1,750 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Hadley Wood?
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.
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