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Care homes in Colne

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There are 14 care homes in and around Colne on AskBart. 93% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is Belvedere Manor Care Home, with 84 beds. The most recent inspection was at Sycamore Rise Residential Care Home in March 2023.

care homes
14
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
93%

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Care homes in Colne

Care homes in Colne (14)

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6 in Colne, 8 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Albert House Residential HomeGood · Nov 2017On request299.0 mi—0.2 mi
Andrew Smith House - NelsonGood · Sept 2025On request6010.1 mi—1.2 mi
Belvedere Manor Care HomeGood · Dec 2019On request8410.0 mi—0.9 mi
Brierfield HouseGood · Jun 2021On request4211.5 mi—2.8 mi
Dercliffe Care HomeGood · Feb 2018On request3210.5 mi—1.4 mi
Favordale Home for Older PeopleGood · Mar 2018On request458.1 mi—1.1 mi
Hulton Care HomeGood · Sept 2018On request3011.3 mi—2.5 mi
Marsden GrangeGood · Oct 2018On request4010.3 mi—1.5 mi
Marsden Heights Care HomeGood · Oct 2018On request2411.3 mi—2.7 mi
Nelson Manor Care HomeGood · Oct 2018On request7010.3 mi—1.5 mi
Peel Gardens Residential and Nursing HomeGood · Sept 2022£1,044459.2 mi—0.2 mi
Sycamore Rise Residential Care HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2025On request327.4 mi—1.8 mi
The Grange Care HomeGood · Nov 2017On request408.3 mi—0.9 mi
Victoria HouseGood · Dec 2018On request1511.4 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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Colne in numbers

93% of Colne’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 14 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

What Lancashire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed14
Rated Good or Outstanding13 of 14 (93%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Lancashire usual weekly rate (2025)£790
LargestBelvedere Manor Care Home (84 beds)
Most recently inspectedSycamore Rise Residential Care Home (March 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 5 · Respite 2
Average house price, Pendle (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£149,613
Good13
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Pendle average£1,044/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Pendle. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. 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 September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Pendle

The average house price in Pendle is £149,613, 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
£149,613
Detached
£289,614
Semi-detached
£177,653
Terraced
£131,409
Flats & maisonettes
£88,309

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 Colne

Colne is a working mill town in Lancashire with a slightly above-average share of over-65s, suggesting an established later-life community. It offers modest care-home provision in a town with good local services and green space, though crime rates warrant honest consideration.

Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 28% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

222 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime88
  • Anti-social behaviour33
  • Public order20
  • Shoplifting19
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 Colne

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

Charity

Peter Birtwistle Trust

The Peter Birtwistle Trust provides supported housing to older people in Colne, Lancashire. The charity is a member of the Almshouse Association and a Registered Provider of Social Housing.…

0.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1183388)

Colne: 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 Pendle, 2025 to 2035 (2,138 to 3,151). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+15.5%
Projected change in Pendle, 2025 to 2035 (18,323 to 21,172). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Evercare Pharmacy (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
10
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.5 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 18 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Colne

  • Pendleside Hospice · 3.5 milesCQC Outstanding (report published February 2024). CQC page
  • Sue Ryder - Manorlands Hospice · 9.7 milesCQC page
  • Rossendale Hospice Integrated Health Care Centre · 11.5 milesCQC Good (report published January 2017). CQC page

Hospitals near Colne

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

Is Colne a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Colne

Colne suits those looking for an affordable, unpretentious town with real community roots rather than a polished retirement resort. The population includes a higher-than-average proportion of older residents, which can mean peer networks and local understanding of older-age needs. Care-home fees are likely competitive for the North West. Families should weigh the trade-offs: solid everyday amenities and green space, but a higher crime rate than many comparable towns.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Colne has several GP surgeries and pharmacies within the town; Burnley General Hospital lies nearby for emergency and specialist care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stands at 222 offences in the latest reporting period (2026-04), with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents among the most common. This is notably higher than many retirement-focused areas.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your support network is. Colne is in Lancashire; proximity to family or long-held social ties will shape day-to-day wellbeing.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in Colne are likely to sit at or below the national average, reflecting the North West's broadly lower costs compared with the South and Midlands.
  • Transport: Regular bus services connect Colne to nearby towns; Manchester and the wider conurbation are reachable by road and rail links. The town centre is walkable, though some outlying areas are car-dependent.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision exists in the town, offering a small but real range of residential options for those seeking managed care.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Six parks and 19 allotments provide outdoor activity and hobby scope; the Lancashire countryside is within reach. A range of restaurants, cafés and pubs support social dining and local connection.
  • Community: Pubs and cafés form natural gathering points. The established over-65 population suggests active peer networks and community familiarity with older residents' needs.
  • Climate: Lancashire's North West climate is mild and damp, with frequent rain and cool winters typical of the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime rate: The recorded-crime figure is substantially higher than the national norm, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour featuring prominently. Families should satisfy themselves about the specific neighbourhoods where care homes are located.
  • Mill-town character: Colne is not a purpose-built retirement destination; it's a working industrial town. This means authentic community but also less specialist retirement infrastructure than in dedicated leisure areas.

Questions about care homes in Colne

How many care homes are there in Colne?

There are 14 care homes listed in and around Colne 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 Colne cost?

Care homes in Colne range from around £1,044 per week. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

13 of the 14 care homes in and around Colne 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 Colne?

Homes in and around Colne offer dementia (5), residential (4), nursing (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

How many care homes in Colne offer dementia care?

5 care homes in and around Colne offer specialist dementia care. Use the dementia filter above to see them, and check each home's CQC report for its record on caring for people living with dementia.

Weighing up your options in Colne?

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

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

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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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