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Nursing homes in Choppington

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There are 3 nursing homes in and around Choppington on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,234 a week, while Northumberland usually pays £882. The largest is Ashington Grange, with 59 beds. The most recent inspection was at De Baliol in December 2019.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
67%
typical residential fee
£1,234/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Northumberland council pays
£882/wk

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Choppington

Care homes in Choppington (3)

★ With family reviews

2 in Choppington, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Ashington GrangeGood · May 2022On request597.4 mi—1.5 mi
Chester Court Care HomeRequires improvement£1,234414.4 mi—2.2 mi
De BaliolGood · Jan 2020On request598.0 mi—2.9 mi

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Choppington in numbers

The average residential care home in Choppington costs about £1,234/week, while Northumberland’s published usual rate is around £882/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £352/week (about £18,304/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

Nursing homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 3 (67%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,234
Northumberland usual weekly rate (2025)£882
LargestAshington Grange (59 beds)
Most recently inspectedDe Baliol (December 2019)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1
Average house price, Northumberland (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£213,452
Good2
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Choppington£1,234/wk
  • Nursing, Choppington£1,234/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.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated November 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 Choppington

  • 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 & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 40% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk!

Flood warning area nearby — 3 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Hart Burn.

96 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime23
  • Shoplifting18
  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Criminal damage & arson13
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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026; flood: Environment Agency.

Community & connection in Choppington

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

Charity

Carers Northumberland

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

1.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122972)
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.

1.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1072394)
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…

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096712)
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,…

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

Lynemouth Day Centre Ltd

Day Centre for the elderly

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

Mid Northumberland U3a

Our charitable purpose is the advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities…

4.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1177467)

Choppington: 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
3
Nearest: Newline Pharmacy (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
11
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.5%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 97.5% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
4.3 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 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 20 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Choppington

  • St Oswalds Hospice · 11 milesCQC Good (report published January 2016). CQC page
  • Marie Curie Hospice and Community Services North East · 13.8 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2024). CQC page

Hospitals near Choppington

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

Is Choppington a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Choppington

Choppington suits retired people looking for a quieter, established community in the North East with existing care provision. The area has a higher-than-average share of older residents (26.6% aged 65+, against a national average of 18.6%), which signals good local familiarity with later-life needs and a peer community. It is not a standout for exceptional amenities or urban buzz, but offers steady, accessible living for those prioritising stability and care support.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are present locally; Northumberland is well served by NHS facilities, though exact distances to major emergency hospitals depend on your specific location within the town.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is very low at 2 offences recorded in 2026-04, though violent crime made up the majority of those incidents.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are to Choppington; distance to relatives is a personal factor that will shape your experience.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care home fees sit at or near the national average; Choppington is broadly affordable compared with pricier southern regions, though you should seek current quotes from individual homes.
  • Transport: The area has bus routes; rail links connect to nearby cities in the North East, though Choppington is car-dependent for some journeys. Walking ease varies by location.
  • Housing options: Several care homes operate in Choppington, offering a range of choice for those seeking residential care.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: North East England offers parks and countryside; many towns in the region host clubs and community groups for older residents, though specific offerings in Choppington vary.
  • Community: Local support networks and memory cafés exist across the North East; check what is running nearby in Choppington itself.
  • Climate: The North East can be cool and damp, with regular rainfall; prepare for colder winters than southern England.

Things to weigh up

  • Violent crime proportion: The two recorded offences included violent crime; while the total count is low, you may wish to understand the nature and context of these incidents locally before deciding.
  • Quieter pace: Choppington is not a busy town centre; if you value frequent cultural events, busy high streets or close urban amenities, this may feel slower than you prefer.

Questions about care homes in Choppington

How many nursing homes are there in Choppington?

AskBart lists 3 nursing homes in and around Choppington, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are nursing homes in Choppington rated?

Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do nursing homes in Choppington cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,234 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between nursing homes in Choppington?

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 "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.

Near Choppington

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

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.

Header photo: Bill Henderson, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons