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There are 6 care homes in and around Freckleton on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,250 a week, while Lancashire usually pays £790. The largest is Pear Tree House Care Home, with 66 beds.

care homes
6
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,250/wkbelow the UK average of £1,704
what Lancashire council pays
£790/wk

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Freckleton

Care homes in Freckleton (6)

★ With family reviews

1 in Freckleton, 5 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance
Freckleton LodgeGood · Dec 2020On request286.7 mi—0.4 mi
Milbanke Home for Older PeopleRequires improvement · Mar 2023On request466.1 mi—2.2 mi
Moor VillaGood · May 2019On request166.2 mi—2.0 mi
Pear Tree House Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,250665.8 mi—2.7 mi
The Manse CareGood · Sept 2023On request446.4 mi—2.0 mi
The Old Vicarage Care HomeGood · Apr 2023On request357.1 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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Freckleton in numbers

80% of Freckleton’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%. Based on 5 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Freckleton costs about £1,250/week, while Lancashire’s published usual rate is around £790/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £460/week (about £23,920/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 Lancashire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed6
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 5 (80%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,250
Lancashire usual weekly rate (2025)£790
LargestPear Tree House Care Home (66 beds)
Most recently inspectedThe Manse Care (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Dementia 1 · Respite 1
Average house price, Fylde (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£233,647
Good4
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Freckleton£1,250/wk
  • Dementia, Freckleton£1,250/wk
  • Lancashire average£1,160/wk
  • UK average£1,704/wk
  • Lancashire usual rate£790/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Lancashire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Lancashire'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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Fylde

The average house price in Fylde is £233,647, 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
£233,647
Detached
£387,661
Semi-detached
£251,649
Terraced
£199,811
Flats & maisonettes
£135,104

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 Freckleton

Freckleton is a small North West village with an above-average share of older residents and straightforward access to major towns and healthcare. It suits families seeking a quieter setting with established community roots, though care-home choice here is more limited than in larger urban centres.

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • 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 ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

27 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime14
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Public order4
  • Other theft2
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 Freckleton

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

Charity

Hesketh Bank Christian Centre

Weekly public religious worship servicesEvangelistic eventsFinancial support to specified Christian charitiesWorking with young people and local schools to further knowledge of the Christian…

4.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1187821)
Charity

Eccleston Over 60's Club

Eccleston Over 60s Club provides activities for Over 60s at Bateman Hall, Eccleston.The Club meets on Tuesdays and members play dominoes and bingo. The Club also holds domino and bingo evenings…

4.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1089454)
Charity

Preston Community Transport Limited

Community Transport services including Dial a Bus, Dial a Ride, Shopmobility, Group Transport and driver training in Preston and surrounding areas of Lancashire

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1114100)
Charity

Blackpool Carers Centre Limited

Blackpool Carers Centre provides a wide range of professional services for family carers of all ages in Blackpool and the surrounding area.

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1114558)

Is Freckleton a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Freckleton

Freckleton offers a settled retirement environment in a region with a slightly higher than average concentration of over-65s (21.1% versus the national 18.6%). It works well for those wanting a smaller-scale community feel close to Preston and the wider Lancashire network, though you'll need to weigh the limited local care-home provision against nearby options in larger towns.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the village; Preston Royal Hospital is within easy reach for emergency and specialist care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stands at 32 offences in 2026–04, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour among the most common types — in line with a small rural area.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family network is; a village setting can feel isolated if support is distant.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care fees in the North West are broadly in line with the national average; check individual homes for their current rates.
  • Transport: Frequent bus services link to Preston; rail connections from nearby stations reach Manchester and beyond. The village is walkable for everyday errands but car-dependent for wider travel.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision in Freckleton itself is limited; you may find a wider choice of schemes and homes in Preston and neighbouring towns.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The village sits near open countryside and has local community groups; Preston offers further parks, shops and leisure facilities within short reach.
  • Community: Established village life supports social connection; nearby Preston hosts memory cafés and support services for older adults.
  • Climate: North West England experiences mild, wet winters and cool summers — typical for the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited local choice: Care homes in Freckleton are fewer than in larger centres; you may need to look to Preston or surrounding areas to find the right fit.
  • Village versus urban trade-off: A quiet setting has appeal, but access to shops, health services and social groups often means a short journey or reliance on transport.

Questions about care homes in Freckleton

How many care homes are there in Freckleton?

There are 6 care homes listed in and around Freckleton 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 Freckleton cost?

Care homes in Freckleton range from around £1,250 per week, with averages of £1,250 for residential, £1,250 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Freckleton is about £1,250 per week — below the UK average of £1,704. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

4 of the 6 care homes in and around Freckleton 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 Freckleton?

Homes in and around Freckleton offer dementia (1), residential (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

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