Hillside Lodge Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled within the charming landscapes of North-East England, Hillside Lodge Care Home, a proud member of the Four Seasons care group, is a haven of…
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Care homes offering respite care in Berwick-upon-Tweed
There is 1 care home offering respite care in and around Berwick-upon-Tweed on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,110 a week, while Northumberland usually pays £882. The largest is Hillside Lodge Care Home, with 50 beds.
Average residential fee in Berwick-upon-Tweed: £1,110/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Berwick-upon-Tweed
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,110 |
| Northumberland usual weekly rate (2025) | £882 |
| Largest | Hillside Lodge Care Home (50 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Berwick-upon-Tweed
High Retirement CommunityWell ServedLow Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 62% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — 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 Berwick-upon-Tweed is about £1,110/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.
Council funding & top-up in Berwick-upon-Tweed
The average residential care home in Berwick-upon-Tweed costs about £1,110/week, while Northumberland’s published usual rate is around £882/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £228/week (≈ £11,856/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Berwick-upon-Tweed
£1,110/wk
Northumberland usual rate
£882/wk
Likely top-up gap
£228/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 Northumberland’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Berwick-upon-Tweed on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Berwick-upon-Tweed
Residential (avg)
£1,110/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,110/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Northumberland
The average house price in Northumberland is £213,452, 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
- £213,452
- Detached
- £375,682
- Semi-detached
- £205,876
- Terraced
- £172,264
- Flats & maisonettes
- £106,020
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 Berwick-upon-Tweed
Residential care homes
1 in Berwick-upon-TweedNursing homes
1 in Berwick-upon-TweedRespite care
1 in Berwick-upon-TweedSafety
89 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime25
- Anti-social behaviour25
- Criminal damage & arson9
- Other theft8
Is Berwick-upon-Tweed a good retirement location?
Berwick suits those seeking a small-town pace with solid community roots and who are willing to accept fewer care options locally. The 26.6% over-65 share signals a settled retirement area. Families will need to weigh the single listed care home against the option to look further afield in the wider North East; those already in or closely tied to the Scottish Borders and Northumberland may find it a natural fit.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in town; the nearest major hospital is some distance away and will require planned travel or an ambulance journey for emergency care.
- Safety: Recorded crime stands at 89 offences recently, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage noted as common categories—higher than many other UK towns of similar size.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family network is; a remote border location means visiting and support may require travel time.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local care-home fees are not listed in DATA; compare any quoted fees against the national average carefully.
- Transport: Berwick has good rail links to Edinburgh and Newcastle, useful for longer journeys. Town amenities are walkable, though some services and family visits may require a car or taxi.
- Housing options: Only one care home is listed locally, with around 50 beds—choice is very limited, and you may need to explore homes in nearby towns or cities.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Thirteen parks and three allotments offer outdoor space; the riverside setting provides natural walks. A reasonable range of cafes, restaurants and pubs supports social life.
- Community: With an established older population, local groups and social networks are likely present; ask any home about memory cafés and visiting support.
- Climate: The North East experiences typical UK cold, wet winters and mild summers; prepare for coastal exposure and changeable weather.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care choice: Only one care home is listed; if it doesn't suit you or is full, alternatives mean looking well beyond town boundaries.
- Crime levels: Recent offences are on the higher side for a town this size; check the specific areas where you might live and visit the home in daylight and evening.
- Distance to major hospital: Emergency care will involve travel; if frequent hospital visits become necessary, proximity matters.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Berwick-upon-Tweed?
AskBart lists 1 care home offering respite care in and around Berwick-upon-Tweed, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Berwick-upon-Tweed rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Berwick-upon-Tweed?
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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