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Care homes in Accrington

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There are 24 care homes in and around Accrington on AskBart. 77% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £950 a week, while Lancashire usually pays £790. The largest is Springhill Care Home, with 116 beds.

care homes
24
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
77%
typical residential fee
£950/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Lancashire council pays
£790/wk

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Accrington

Care homes in Accrington (24)

★ With family reviews

16 in Accrington, 8 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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WellfieldDistance from the town centre: 0.5 mi
CQC Good

29 beds

Wellfield and Henley House

DementiaResidential
Fees on request
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Distance
Altham Care HomeGood · Dec 2021On request364.4 mi—1.5 mi
Angel Mount Care HomeGood · Dec 2024On request393.6 mi—0.4 mi
Barnfold Cottage Residential HomeGood · Aug 2018On request142.4 mi—1.6 mi
BelvedereGood · Aug 2019On request384.2 mi—0.5 mi
Bilberry Lodge—On request62.8 mi—2.2 mi
Braeside home for the Elderly LtdGood · Jan 2018On request242.3 mi—1.6 mi
Church View Residential HomeRequires improvement · Sept 2022On request302.5 mi—1.5 mi
Henley HouseGood · Apr 2025On request234.2 mi—0.5 mi
Hope HouseGood · Jun 2018On request424.1 mi—1.8 mi
Mapleford Nursing homeGood · Sept 2025On request545.2 mi—1.3 mi
Mercer Moors—On request364.1 mi—1.5 mi
Mill Lodge Residential Care HomeGood · Nov 2021On request164.1 mi—2.8 mi
Moorhead Rest HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request274.2 mi—0.7 mi
Oak Hill MansionGood · Jul 2025On request134.4 mi—0.8 mi
Pendle Brook Care HomeRequires improvement£950502.9 mi—1.0 mi
Pennine ViewRequires improvement · May 2025On request504.4 mi—0.5 mi
SherwoodGood · Dec 2018On request63.0 mi—2.1 mi
Springhill Care HomeGood · Jul 2026On request1163.4 mi—0.7 mi
Townfield and Coach HouseGood · Dec 2018On request284.3 mi—2.8 mi
Vine HouseRequires improvement · Jan 2024On request142.4 mi—1.6 mi
WellfieldGood · Dec 2019On request294.2 mi—0.5 mi
White Ash BrookGood · Aug 2019On request532.4 mi—1.5 mi
Woodlands Home for Older PeopleGood · Apr 2022On request504.5 mi—1.8 mi
Wordsworth House Care HomeGood · Dec 2021On request406.6 mi—2.9 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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Accrington in numbers

77% of Accrington’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%. Based on 22 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Accrington costs about £950/week, while Lancashire’s published usual rate is around £790/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £160/week (about £8,320/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 listed24
Rated Good or Outstanding17 of 22 (77%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate5
Average published weekly fee£950
Lancashire usual weekly rate (2025)£790
LargestSpringhill Care Home (116 beds)
Most recently inspectedVine House (December 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 7 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 6 · Respite 3
Average house price, Hyndburn (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£138,818
Good17
Requires improvement5
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Accrington£950/wk
  • Dementia, Accrington£950/wk
  • Hyndburn average£950/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Lancashire usual rate£790/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Hyndburn. 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.

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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 Hyndburn

The average house price in Hyndburn is £138,818, 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
£138,818
Detached
£242,744
Semi-detached
£162,436
Terraced
£120,546
Flats & maisonettes
£81,178

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 Accrington

Accrington is a working town in Lancashire with a growing over-65 population — 21.1% of residents are aged 65 or over, above the national average. It offers affordable care provision and straightforward access to local services, though crime rates are a consideration for anyone weighing up daily safety.

  • Green Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 6% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

484 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime187
  • Anti-social behaviour87
  • Vehicle crime42
  • Shoplifting40
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 Accrington

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

Charity

Carers Link - Lancashire

Carers Link Lancashire provides support and services to unpaid carers of all ages across East Lancashire-supporting and enabling them to continue to care for family members or friends who are ill,…

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1156275)
Charity

Open Arms Hyndburn

We are a Christian charity dedicated to reducing loneliness and isolation by fostering meaningful connections and providing support in the borough of Hyndburn, Lancashire.We offer one-to-one…

2.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1215106)
Charity

Beacon Dementia and Wellbeing

Delivery of craft-based activities to promote and support the development of new community relationships and wider community engagement; provision of education to raise awareness in Haslingden,…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1189109)
Charity

Age UK Blackburn with Darwen

We provide a range of services to older people, along with influencing activities including: an Advice & Information service, a range of activity programmes including social inclusion,…

4.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1143809)
Charity

Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service Ltd

Blackburn With Darwen Carers Service exists to provide a 'one stop shop' approach to offering information, advice and support to all unpaid carers within Blackburn With Darwen. The service aims to…

4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1120110)
Charity

Darwen Old Peoples Welfare Association

We provide for social activities, lunch time meals for over 50's, coffee bar, a day centre for elderly clients, suffering for incapacity and dementia and learning difficulties which provides,…

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (224799)

Accrington: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+47.4%
Projected change in Hyndburn, 2025 to 2035 (1,831 to 2,699). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+15.2%
Projected change in Hyndburn, 2025 to 2035 (15,721 to 18,115). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
11
Nearest: Rx Health Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
12
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
8.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–8 out of 10
Where the 29 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Accrington

  • East Lancashire Hospice · 4.5 milesCQC Outstanding (report published August 2024). CQC page
  • Rossendale Hospice Integrated Health Care Centre · 5.2 milesCQC Good (report published January 2017). CQC page
  • Pendleside Hospice · 7.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published February 2024). CQC page

Hospitals near Accrington

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

Is Accrington a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Accrington

Accrington suits people seeking honest, no-frills later-life care in a town with established community roots and reasonable costs. The over-65 share is higher than the national average, signalling a mature local population with established networks. It's not a coastal or country-living destination — it's a practical Lancashire town where care is available and family ties often run deep. Expect modest fees, good local shops, and a neighbourhood where older residents are common.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; Accrington Victoria Hospital provides acute care, and larger hospitals are reachable from nearby Preston and Manchester.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 484 offences; violent crime, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime are the most common types. This is a consideration when assessing daily safety and peace of mind.
  • Family & connection: With one in five residents over 65, ask whether your own family network in or near Lancashire is close enough to visit regularly and stay involved in your care.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees are typically below the national average, making Accrington an affordable choice for residential or nursing care.
  • Transport: Accrington has bus services and rail links to Preston and Manchester; the town is walkable for many errands, though some journeys benefit from a car or public transport.
  • Housing options: Care homes are available in the town, reflecting its established older population; choice is modest compared to larger urban centres.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Accrington has 16 parks and 25 allotments, offering outdoor space for walks, gardening and quiet time. Restaurants, cafés and pubs number 11 and 17 respectively, providing casual meeting places and social eating.
  • Community: As a town with strong local identity, community groups and social activities do exist, though you should check locally what memory cafés, clubs or support networks operate near any home you consider.
  • Climate: North West England experiences wet winters and mild summers; expect regular rain and a cool climate typical of Lancashire.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour feature prominently in local figures; weigh this against your own tolerance and the specific neighbourhood of any home you visit.
  • Urban setting: Accrington is a town, not a beauty spot or quiet village; it suits people comfortable with a working-community feel rather than a picturesque retirement backdrop.

Questions about care homes in Accrington

How many care homes are there in Accrington?

There are 24 care homes listed in and around Accrington 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 Accrington cost?

Care homes in Accrington range from around £950 per week, with averages of £950 for residential, £950 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Accrington is about £950 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

17 of the 24 care homes in and around Accrington 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 Accrington?

Homes in and around Accrington offer residential (7), dementia (6), nursing (3), respite (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Accrington?

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

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

Near Accrington

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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