Distance from the town centre: 0.6 miCare homes in Ascot
10 homes
There are 10 care homes in and around Ascot on AskBart. 90% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,378 a week, while Windsor and Maidenhead usually pays £1,184. The largest is Ascot Grange Care Home, with 106 beds.
- care homes
- 10
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 90%
- typical residential fee
- £1,378/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Windsor and Maidenhead council pays
- £1,184/wk
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Care homes in Ascot (10)
6 in Ascot, 4 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Outstanding
- Good
- Requires improvement
Top-rated in Ascot
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
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Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miCompare every home in Ascot in one table
| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascot Grange Care Home | Good | £1,380 | 106 | 5.9 mi | — | 1.0 mi |
| Bagshot Gardens Care Home | Good | £1,155 | 99 | 3.9 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Bagshot Park Care Centre | Good · Jun 2023 | On request | 41 | 3.8 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Dormy House | Requires improvement · Dec 2024 | On request | 88 | 4.6 mi | — | 2.2 mi |
| Larkland House Care Home | Good | £1,386 | 55 | 6.3 mi | — | 0.6 mi |
| Lynwood Care Home | Good | £1,450 | 102 | 5.2 mi | — | 1.5 mi |
| Orchard Manor Care Home | Good · Jan 2026 | On request | 66 | 4.8 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Signature at Ascot Care Home | Good | £1,519 | 80 | 6.9 mi | — | 0.8 mi |
| St Christopher's Care Home | Outstanding · Sept 2019 | On request | 25 | 6.9 mi | — | 1.6 mi |
| St David's Nursing Home | Outstanding · Aug 2019 | On request | 39 | 6.9 mi | — | 1.6 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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Ascot in numbers
90% of Ascot’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 2 rated Outstanding. Based on 10 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Ascot costs about £1,378/week, while Windsor and Maidenhead’s published usual rate is around £1,184/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £194/week (about £10,088/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 Windsor and Maidenhead council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 9 of 10 (90%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 2 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,378 |
| Windsor and Maidenhead usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,184 |
| Largest | Ascot Grange Care Home (106 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Dormy House (November 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 5 · Nursing 6 · Dementia 6 · Respite 5 |
| Average house price, Windsor and Maidenhead (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £576,992 |
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Berkshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Windsor and Maidenhead'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 Windsor and Maidenhead
The average house price in Windsor and Maidenhead is £576,992, 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
- £576,992
- Detached
- £1,125,462
- Semi-detached
- £603,738
- Terraced
- £482,009
- Flats & maisonettes
- £307,888
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 Ascot
Ascot is a South East England commuter town with modest care-home provision (3 homes, all rated good by the CQC) and reasonable access to services. It suits those with family nearby and a preference for smaller-town living, though fees tend toward the higher end for the region.
- 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).
Excellent — quieter than 61% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Flood warning area nearby — 3 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Addlestone Bourne.
30 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime10
- Criminal damage & arson6
- Public order5
- Anti-social behaviour4
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 Ascot
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Ascot District Day Centre Trust
The Ascot District Day Centre provides a place to which the elderly of the district may spend the day (10.00 to 15.30) partaking of the various activities on offer and receive a healthy lunch as…
Camberley Alzheimer Cafe Cio
The Camberley Alzheimer Cafe CIO offers 2 services.1. Monthly cafe for people with dementia and their carers to socialise and learn about the emotional side of dementia. All is free to the public…
Age Concern Windsor
The charity promotes the relief and well being of elderly people in and around Dedworth, Windsor in the county of Berkshire.
Surrey Heath Age Concern Cio
An independent charity working to enhance the lives of older people in Surrey Heath borough. Current activities include: a visiting & befriending service, The Rainbow Cafe, a community cafe in…
Sandhurst Day Centre Association
Provision of day care facilities for the elderly.
The Orchard Dementia Centre
We provide day centre care for the those living with all forms of dementia; from early onset through to advanced stages. Activities and the environment are designed to provide stimulation to our…
Ascot: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
Hospices near Ascot
- Thames Hospice · 6.3 milesCQC Outstanding (report published August 2026). CQC page
- Woking Hospice · 7.1 milesCQC Good (report published March 2020). CQC page
- The Beacon Centre · 11.9 milesCQC Good (report published March 2022). CQC page
Hospitals near Ascot
- Care homes near Bracknell Urgent Treatment Centre (Brants Bridge) · urgent treatment centre · 2.5 miles
- Care homes near Frimley Park Hospital · A&E · 6.6 miles
- Care homes near St Peter's Hospital · A&E · 6.7 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Ascot a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Ascot
Ascot offers a quieter alternative to larger retirement hubs, with three care homes all meeting CQC good standards. It's suited to people who value proximity to London (via rail) and don't mind above-average care costs. The recorded crime figure is a consideration; weigh that against the town's size and tight-knit character.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; the Royal Berkshire Hospital is within reach for emergency care.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 30 offences, with violent crime, criminal damage and public order as the most common categories. Compare that figure with your own comfort level.
- Family & connection: If family are based in or around greater London or the South East, Ascot's transport links may suit you; if support networks are distant, factor in the cost and effort of visits.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home fees in Ascot sit above the national average for the South East region. Affordability depends on your savings and any local authority funding.
- Transport: Ascot railway station connects to London and surrounding areas; local buses serve the town. The area is not highly walkable for all daily needs, so access to transport (yours or family help) matters.
- Housing options: Three care homes operate here, ranging from roughly 55 to 106 beds, offering some choice within a small market.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Two parks and two allotments provide outdoor space. Sixteen restaurants and cafés, plus seven pubs, support a modest social scene.
- Community: Smaller towns often foster close community ties; ask any prospective home about memory cafés, activity groups and links to local organisations.
- Climate: South East England has a temperate maritime climate—mild winters, moderate rainfall, and reasonable summers; typical for the region.
Things to weigh up
- Higher-than-average fees: Care costs in this part of the South East are above the national average; confirm what your budget can sustain.
- Limited home choice: Only three homes means fewer options if your first choice is full or unsuitable; plan visits and applications early.
- Crime context: While the town is small, recorded crime includes violent offences and public order issues; ask homes about their security and how residents' safety is managed.
Questions about care homes in Ascot
How many care homes are there in Ascot?
There are 10 care homes listed in and around Ascot 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 Ascot cost?
Care homes in Ascot range from around £1,155 to around £1,519 per week, with averages of £1,378 for residential, £1,378 for dementia, £1,378 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Ascot compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Ascot is about £1,378 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Ascot are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
9 of the 10 care homes in and around Ascot are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 2 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Ascot?
Homes in and around Ascot offer dementia (6), nursing (6), residential (5), respite (5). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Ascot?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Ascot:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
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