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Nursing homes in Prudhoe

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There is 1 nursing home in and around Prudhoe on AskBart. The largest is Red Brick House, with 50 beds. The most recent inspection was at Red Brick House in May 2022.

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Prudhoe

Care homes in Prudhoe (1)

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Prudhoe in numbers

What Northumberland council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Nursing homes listed1
Rated Good or Outstanding1 of 1 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Northumberland usual weekly rate (2025)£882
LargestRed Brick House (50 beds)
Most recently inspectedRed Brick House (May 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1
Average house price, Northumberland (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£213,452
Good1
Average weekly fees
  • Northumberland average£1,126/wk
  • UK average£1,716/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. 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

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 Prudhoe

  • High Retirement Community
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
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.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 61% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

26 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Violent crime5
  • Burglary3
  • Vehicle crime3
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.

Community & connection in Prudhoe

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

Charity

Rowlands Gill and District Community Centre

Our centre is self-financing and managed by volunteers. We provide a pleasant venue for local residents and groups. Activities include art, ladies choir, W.I. and day centre for the elderly (run…

5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (520738)
Charity

Denton Youth and Community Project

Main activities include open access youth sessions, outreach, drop in/sexual health support/holiday programme of challenging/leisure activities, family adventure club, children's…

6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1150041)
Charity

Burnopfield Community Association

Burnopfield community association hold a number of activities for young and old alike Pandas Play School Parents Toddlers Ladies Keep Fit for over 50 yrs Kickboxing for children age 5 to 15yrs…

7.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1157968)
Charity

St Patrick's Hall Organisation Consett

St Patrick's Hall Organisation Consett provides a substantial community facility and services for the benefit of the people of Consett and surrounding areas. The hall is used by groups such as…

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1180405)

Prudhoe: 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
1
Nearest: Prudhoe Pharmacy (0.8 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
2
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.7%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 93.8% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
4.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
4.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–8 out of 10
Where the 8 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Prudhoe

  • Tynedale Hospice at Home · 8.5 milesCQC page
  • Marie Curie Hospice and Community Services North East · 9.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2024). CQC page
  • St Oswalds Hospice · 10.2 milesCQC Good (report published January 2016). CQC page

Hospitals near Prudhoe

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 Prudhoe a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Prudhoe

Prudhoe suits people seeking a modest, low-crime retirement setting with established local services and below-average care fees. Its stronger-than-average older population means care provision and social networks for retirees are well-established here. It is not a busy urban centre, so walkability depends on your specific location, and you'll want to check how close family support is before committing.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town; hospital care (including emergency) is within reach via nearby Newcastle and regional NHS facilities.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the most recent period was extremely low at 2 offences, well below typical UK town figures; violent crime was the recorded category.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether children or regular visitors live close enough to visit easily, as rural and semi-rural North East locations suit people with local or willing family support.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in Prudhoe are broadly in line with or below the national average, making it an affordable choice compared to southern England and urban centres.
  • Transport: Buses connect Prudhoe to nearby towns and Newcastle; the area is car-dependent for some journeys, so check walkability around any home you consider.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operate locally; supply reflects the established older population, giving choice in size and support level.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The North East countryside and local parks offer walking and outdoor interests; check what clubs or hobby groups are active in your area of interest.
  • Community: An established older population supports memory cafés, social groups and local charities; ask care homes about links to these networks.
  • Climate: Expect cool, sometimes damp winters typical of the North East; summers are mild.

Things to weigh up

  • Rural character: Prudhoe is quiet and safe, but less urban amenities means you rely more on a car or local buses; check your own mobility and transport needs.
  • Distance from major cities: Newcastle is the nearest significant centre; if regular access to specialist services or family in other regions matters, factor in travel time and cost.

Questions about care homes in Prudhoe

How many nursing homes are there in Prudhoe?

AskBart lists 1 nursing home in and around Prudhoe, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are nursing homes in Prudhoe 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 nursing homes in Prudhoe?

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.

Weighing up your options in Prudhoe?

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

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

Near Prudhoe

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

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.

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