
Care homes in Westmorland and Furness
44 homes
There are 44 care homes in and around Westmorland and Furness on AskBart. 88% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,625 a week, while Westmorland and Furness usually pays £1,039. The largest is Kendal Care Home, with 120 beds.
- care homes
- 44
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 88%
- typical residential fee
- £1,625/wkbelow the UK average of £1,705
- what Westmorland and Furness council pays
- £1,039/wk
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Care homes in Westmorland and Furness (44)
6 in Westmorland and Furness, 38 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026
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Areas in Westmorland and Furness
Westmorland and Furness in numbers
88% of Westmorland and Furness’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 43 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Westmorland and Furness costs about £1,625/week, while Westmorland and Furness’s published usual rate is around £1,039/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £586/week (about £30,472/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 Westmorland and Furness council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 44 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 38 of 43 (88%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 5 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,625 |
| Westmorland and Furness usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,039 |
| Largest | Kendal Care Home (120 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Riverside House (December 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 5 · Nursing 6 · Dementia 8 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, Westmorland and Furness (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £230,066 |
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Cumbria. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Westmorland and Furness'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 September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Westmorland and Furness
The average house price in Westmorland and Furness is £230,066, 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
- £230,066
- Detached
- £391,284
- Semi-detached
- £249,512
- Terraced
- £186,366
- Flats & maisonettes
- £133,604
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 Westmorland and Furness
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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. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Westmorland and Furness
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK South Cumbria LTD
Age UK South Cumbria works with local older people to help them retain their independence and exercise real choice in their lives.We deliver services that help to meet the needs of older people…
Carer Support South Lakes
Provide support to carers
Kendal Dementia Action Alliance
To assist people living with dementia and their carers throughout South Lakeland by providing information in relation to local services, activities and events. Monthly Hub sessions held - see…
Questions about care homes in Westmorland and Furness
How many care homes are there in Westmorland and Furness?
There are 44 care homes listed in and around Westmorland and Furness 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 Westmorland and Furness cost?
Care homes in Westmorland and Furness range from around £1,300 to around £1,625 per week, with averages of £1,625 for residential, £1,463 for dementia, £1,463 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Westmorland and Furness compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Westmorland and Furness is about £1,625 per week — below the UK average of £1,705. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Westmorland and Furness are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
38 of the 44 care homes in and around Westmorland and Furness 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 Westmorland and Furness?
Homes in and around Westmorland and Furness offer dementia (8), nursing (6), residential (5), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Westmorland and Furness?
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