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Care homes in Blyth

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There are 11 care homes in and around Blyth on AskBart. 73% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,090 a week, while Northumberland usually pays £882. The largest is Blythgate Manor, with 60 beds.

care homes
11
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
73%
typical residential fee
£1,090/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Northumberland council pays
£882/wk

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Blyth

Care homes in Blyth (11)

★ With family reviews

9 in Blyth, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Blythgate ManorGood · Feb 2026On request603.9 mi—1.5 mi
Chasedale Care HomeRequires improvement£1,183603.8 mi—1.5 mi
Crofton CourtGood · Mar 2023On request504.2 mi—0.3 mi
Holmside Residential Care HomeGood · Aug 2019On request394.4 mi—2.6 mi
Ridley Park Care HomeGood£1,090594.4 mi—0.3 mi
South Bebside Care HomeGood · May 2022On request324.0 mi—1.3 mi
South Quay Care HomeGood · Jun 2025On request584.4 mi—0.6 mi
The Oaks Care HomeRequires improvement · Nov 2025On request454.4 mi—0.5 mi
The WillowsGood · May 2024On request274.1 mi—3.0 mi
Thomas Knight Care HomeRequires improvement · Nov 2024On request544.4 mi—0.1 mi
Waterloo House Rest Home LimitedGood · Jul 2024On request404.2 mi—0.1 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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Blyth in numbers

73% of Blyth’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 11 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Blyth costs about £1,090/week, while Northumberland’s published usual rate is around £882/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £208/week (about £10,816/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 Northumberland council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed11
Rated Good or Outstanding8 of 11 (73%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,090
Northumberland usual weekly rate (2025)£882
LargestBlythgate Manor (60 beds)
Most recently inspectedThe Oaks Care Home (July 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 4 · Respite 5
Average house price, Northumberland (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£213,452
Good8
Requires improvement3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Blyth£1,090/wk
  • Nursing, Blyth£1,090/wk
  • Dementia, Blyth£1,137/wk
  • Northumberland average£1,126/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Northumberland usual rate£882/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Northumberland. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Northumberland'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 October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

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.

Living in Blyth

Blyth is a North East coastal town with a higher-than-average share of older residents (26.6% aged 65+), suggesting it's an established retirement area. Two care homes offer limited choice, and crime rates are notably higher than many UK towns — a trade-off worth weighing carefully against the area's affordability and community feel.

  • High Retirement Community
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.
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 14% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

239 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime64
  • Anti-social behaviour58
  • Shoplifting42
  • Criminal damage & arson18
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 Blyth

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Isabella Community Association Ltd

Age UK Day Centre, Pre-School Nursery, Youth Clubs, Toddler Groups, Karate, Various Adult Arts and Craft Classes, Community Garden, Over 50's exercise class, Zumba, Boot Camp, Women's Institute,…

0.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1119221)
Charity

Mind Active

Facilitating social inclusion activities with older people living in residential and nursing care homes, and community based wellbeing activities which also includes marginalised and isolated…

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096712)
Charity

Age UK Northumberland

To promote the well being of people over the age of 50 in and around the county of Northumberland, helping to make life enjoyable and fulfilling.

4.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1072394)
Charity

Carers Northumberland

Provide services, support and information to all unpaid carers in Northumberland.

4.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122972)
Charity

Lynemouth Day Centre Ltd

Day Centre for the elderly

6.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1106526)
Charity

The Hardman Centre

Provision of high quality services in supporting older people facing isolation or loneliness and for the parents of pre-school children seeking excellent early years education for their children

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1144252)

Blyth: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+61.4%
Projected change in Northumberland, 2025 to 2035 (10,848 to 17,509). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.7%
Projected change in Northumberland, 2025 to 2035 (90,431 to 110,929). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Boots (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
6
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–10 out of 10
Where the 23 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Blyth

  • St Oswalds Hospice · 9.3 milesCQC Good (report published January 2016). CQC page
  • Marie Curie Hospice and Community Services North East · 12.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2024). CQC page

Hospitals near Blyth

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Blyth a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Blyth

Blyth suits people seeking a quieter coastal setting with lower care fees than the national average and strong local social provision. The higher crime rate and small number of care homes mean you'll need to accept limited choice and should visit homes in person to judge safety and fit. It's a good match if family or existing ties are local, and you're flexible on which home you might move into.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Multiple GP surgeries and pharmacies are within the town; Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust operates services locally, with access to emergency care via nearby larger centres.
  • Safety: Recorded crime was 239 offences in the 2026-04 period, with violent crime, antisocial behaviour and shoplifting among the most common. This is higher than many comparable towns and worth factoring into your decision.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family or support network is; a coastal North East location means travel times to southern England are significant.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly fees for care homes in Blyth are broadly below the national average, making it an affordable option compared with southern England and major cities.
  • Transport: Blyth has bus links to nearby towns and cities; the coast and town centre are walkable for many, though some areas are car-dependent. Rail access to Newcastle and wider connections are available via nearby stations.
  • Housing options: Two care homes are listed locally, ranging around 59–60 beds each. This is a small choice; you may need to explore waiting lists or nearby towns if your preferred home is full.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Seven parks and eight allotments offer outdoor space; 23 restaurants and cafes, plus 25 pubs and bars, support social dining and community gatherings.
  • Community: Local social groups and memory cafés may be available through the care homes or town council; ask prospective homes what activities and connections they arrange.
  • Climate: North East coastal weather is typically cool and windier than southern England, with frequent cloud and rain; prepare for seasonal changes.

Things to weigh up

  • Higher crime rate: The recorded crime figure is notably above many other retirement towns, particularly violent crime and antisocial behaviour. Visit at different times and speak to current residents about their experience.
  • Very limited care-home choice: Only two homes are listed, and one requires improvement according to the CQC. You have little flexibility if your first choice isn't suitable or doesn't have a vacancy.
  • Distance from major family hubs: If your family is based in the South or Midlands, Blyth's North East location means longer travel times for visits and support.

Questions about care homes in Blyth

How many care homes are there in Blyth?

There are 11 care homes listed in and around Blyth 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 Blyth cost?

Care homes in Blyth range from around £1,090 to around £1,183 per week, with averages of £1,090 for residential, £1,137 for dementia, £1,090 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Blyth compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Blyth is about £1,090 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Blyth are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

8 of the 11 care homes in and around Blyth 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 Blyth?

Homes in and around Blyth offer respite (5), dementia (4), residential (4), nursing (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Blyth?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Blyth:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Blyth

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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

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