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There are 34 care homes in and around Lancaster on AskBart. 88% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,186 a week, while Lancashire usually pays £790. The largest is The Sands Care Home, with 97 beds.

care homes
34
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
88%
typical residential fee
£1,186/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Lancashire council pays
£790/wk

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Lancaster

Care homes in Lancaster (34)

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15 in Lancaster, 19 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Primrose Neurological CentreGood · Jun 2026On request73.9 mi—
Rushley House Retirement HomeGood · Mar 2022On request132.2 mi—
Springfield LodgeGood · Sept 2024On request153.0 mi—
The Glen Care HomeGood£1,000702.9 mi—
The Sands Care HomeGood · Jun 2022On request973.3 mi—
The Sands MeadowsGood · Feb 2023On request233.2 mi—
The Thorns Retirement HomeGood · Oct 2019On request153.4 mi—
Thornton Lodge Residential Care HomeGood · Aug 2021On request363.2 mi—
Whitelow House Nursing HomeGood · Nov 2019On request323.0 mi—
Woodhill House Home for Older PeopleGood · Oct 2019On request463.2 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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Areas in Lancaster

Lancaster in numbers

88% of Lancaster’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 33 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Lancaster 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 listed34
Rated Good or Outstanding29 of 33 (88%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate4
Average published weekly fee£1,186
Lancashire usual weekly rate (2025)£790
LargestThe Sands Care Home (97 beds)
Most recently inspectedFerncross Residential Home (December 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 9 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 6 · Respite 2
Average house price, Lancaster (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£199,762
Good29
Requires improvement4
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Lancaster£1,186/wk
  • Nursing, Lancaster£1,186/wk
  • Dementia, Lancaster£1,186/wk
  • Lancashire average£1,160/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 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 · 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 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 Lancaster

Lancaster is a compact North West town with a slightly higher-than-average older population and solid everyday amenities. Two care homes here hold good CQC ratings, and the town sits within reach of regional hospitals and transport links—though choice is limited if you need a specific setting.

  • Cultural Hub
  • Green Surroundings
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 10% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityA

Excellent — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

307 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime93
  • Anti-social behaviour74
  • Shoplifting36
  • Criminal damage & arson27
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 Lancaster

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.

Lancaster: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Lancaster

Is Lancaster a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Lancaster

Lancaster suits someone seeking a smaller-town setting with reasonable access to shops, green space and social activity, and who can work with the two available care homes. The 21.1% over-65 share is a little above the national average, signalling an established later-life community. It's not a major retirement hub, so don't expect the range of specialist schemes you'd find in larger centres; good fit if you value a quieter base with family nearby, or less ideal if you need a particular care philosophy or very local choice.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; the nearest major hospital is within reach via the North West road and rail network.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 307 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting most common—in line with typical market-town levels; check local police figures for trend.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family or support network are. Lancaster is linked to nearby cities by road and rail, but if relatives are distant, visiting and local help matter.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Data on local weekly fees is not provided; compare the two available homes' published rates against the national average and your budget.
  • Transport: Regular buses connect within the town and to nearby areas; rail services link to Manchester and other regional centres. The town itself is walkable for many errands, though some journeys may need a bus or car.
  • Housing options: Two care homes are listed here, both rated good by the CQC, with capacities around 67–70 beds each. Choice is limited; availability and philosophy vary between the two.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Twenty-seven parks and 11 allotments offer outdoor activity. Seventy-one restaurants and cafes, and 53 pubs and bars, support social eating and community gathering; seven supermarkets cover daily shopping.
  • Community: With a modest over-65 population share, community groups and memory cafés may be smaller than in major retirement towns. Ask the care homes what local social links and activities they run.
  • Climate: The North West climate is temperate, with moderate rainfall year-round; typical UK weather conditions apply.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited choice: Only two care homes are listed, so if you have specific care needs or preferences, options are narrow; early viewing and comparison are essential.
  • Smaller retirement infrastructure: The town is not a major retirement destination, so specialist services, clubs and dedicated older-adult activities may be fewer than in larger retirement centres.

Questions about care homes in Lancaster

How many care homes are there in Lancaster?

There are 34 care homes listed in and around Lancaster 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 Lancaster cost?

Care homes in Lancaster range from around £1,000 to around £1,372 per week, with averages of £1,186 for residential, £1,186 for dementia, £1,186 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Lancaster is about £1,186 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

29 of the 34 care homes in and around Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

Homes in and around Lancaster offer residential (9), dementia (6), nursing (2), 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 Lancaster?

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

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

Guides for families

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