Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
from £1000/wk
Care homes offering respite care in Morecambe
2 homes
There are 2 care homes offering respite care in and around Morecambe on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,186 a week, while Lancashire usually pays £790. The largest is The Glen Care Home, with 70 beds.
- care homes
- 2
- typical residential fee
- £1,186/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Lancashire council pays
- £790/wk
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Care homes in Morecambe (2)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
Distance from the town centre: 0.7 mi
Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCQC Good
from £1372/wk
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Morecambe in numbers
The average residential care home in Morecambe costs about £1,186/week, while Lancashire’s published usual rate is around £790/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £396/week (about £20,592/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 offering respite care listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,186 |
| Lancashire usual weekly rate (2025) | £790 |
| Largest | The Glen Care Home (70 beds) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 2 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 2 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, Lancaster (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £199,762 |
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Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Lancaster. 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 · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Lancaster
The average house price in Lancaster is £199,762, 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
- £199,762
- Detached
- £343,879
- Semi-detached
- £222,045
- Terraced
- £178,315
- Flats & maisonettes
- £114,017
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 Morecambe
- Well Served
What do these badges mean?
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC
Limited — quieter than 19% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityB
Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Flood risk!
Flood warning area nearby — 19 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Burrow Beck.
275 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime102
- Anti-social behaviour49
- Criminal damage & arson28
- Public order22
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; flood: Environment Agency.
Community & connection in Morecambe
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Garstang Memory Cafe
Memory cafes, also known as dementia cafes, provide safe spaces where people can go for a cup of tea and chat with experienced professionals or others affected by dementia. There are also games,…
7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1196743)
Showing groups across Lancashire.
Morecambe: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+41%
Projected change in Lancaster, 2025 to 2035 (4,161 to 5,869). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+19.4%
Projected change in Lancaster, 2025 to 2035 (31,267 to 37,338). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Boots (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
11
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.8%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 91.9% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.5 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 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–9 out of 10
Where the 25 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Hospices near Morecambe
- St John's Hospice · 2.6 milesCQC Good (report published April 2024). CQC page
- Hospice of St. Mary of Furness · 12.4 milesCQC Good (report published August 2016). CQC page
Hospitals near Morecambe
- Care homes near Morecambe Urgent Treatment Centre · urgent treatment centre · 0.2 miles
- Care homes near Royal Lancaster Infirmary · A&E · 3.4 miles
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 Morecambe a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Morecambe
Morecambe suits those drawn to a quieter seaside setting with genuine retirement infrastructure — its over-65 population (21.1%) is well above the national average (18.6%), signalling long-standing later-life provision. Care fees here are lower than the national average, and the town has established social and leisure offer. It's less suitable if you need frequent specialist health services or depend on easy rail access to major cities, or if personal security is a primary concern.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; the nearest major hospital is Royal Lancaster Infirmary, accessible by car or bus.
- Safety: Recorded crime stood at 275 offences in the most recent period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage the most common categories — higher than many UK retirement areas and worth weighing carefully.
- Family & connection: Consider how near your support network lives; Morecambe is reasonably close to Manchester and Preston by car, but rail links are limited, which may affect how often family can visit.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local care-home fees are below the national average, making it one of the more affordable retirement-living areas in England.
- Transport: The town has regular local bus services; rail access to Manchester and beyond is available but not frequent. A car is useful for trips beyond the immediate area.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operate in Morecambe, reflecting its established status as a retirement destination; provision is reasonably varied.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Eight parks and two allotments offer outdoor activity; the seafront and bay walks are major local assets. The Lake District is within reach for day trips.
- Community: Fifty restaurants and cafés, along with 42 pubs and bars, support social life; many cater to older residents and are focal points for community groups.
- Climate: The north-west coast experiences typical UK maritime weather — mild but damp, with regular rainfall and Atlantic wind exposure.
Things to weigh up
- Crime rate: Recorded crime is notably higher than the national average for retirement areas, particularly violent crime and anti-social behaviour — a genuine consideration if personal safety and peace of mind weigh heavily in your decision.
- Rail connectivity: Limited rail links mean visiting family in major cities, or travelling for specialist services, may require a car or a longer journey — relevant if you no longer drive or value spontaneous travel.
- Seasonal footfall: As a seaside town, Morecambe can be quieter in winter months, which may affect dining and social activities for some residents.
Questions about care homes in Morecambe
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Morecambe?
AskBart lists 2 care homes offering respite care in and around Morecambe, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Morecambe rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Morecambe cost?
Published fees range from £1,000 to £1,372 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Morecambe?
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 "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Morecambe?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Morecambe:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- What Is Respite Care? Benefits and How to Arrange It (2026)
- Who Pays for Respite Care? An Expert Guide In 2025
- Day Centres & Adult Day Care Explained
More in our respite care guides.
Header photo: Gordon Hatton, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons