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Care homes in Newbury

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There are 11 care homes in and around Newbury on AskBart. 82% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,329 a week, while West Berkshire usually pays £1,238. The largest is Winchcombe Place Care Home, with 80 beds.

care homes
11
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
82%
typical residential fee
£1,329/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what West Berkshire council pays
£1,238/wk

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Newbury

Care homes in Newbury (11)

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4 in Newbury, 7 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Argyles Care HomeGood£1,2055012.4 mi—0.4 mi
Bayford House Care HomeGood£1,0545914.7 mi—2.3 mi
Birchwood Care HomeRequires improvement · Mar 2023On request6012.0 mi—1.1 mi
Broadmead Rest HomeGood · Dec 2018On request3812.6 mi—3.8 mi
Enbridge House Care HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2022On request1712.9 mi—4.4 mi
Falkland Grange Care HomeGood£1,4766412.0 mi—1.5 mi
Newbury Grove Care HomeGood£1,4956811.8 mi—1.1 mi
Thatcham Court Care HomeGood£1,3326010.6 mi—2.9 mi
The Donnington Care HomeGood£1,2054013.9 mi—1.7 mi
Willows EdgeGood · Mar 2020On request3712.6 mi—0.6 mi
Winchcombe Place Care HomeGood£1,5368012.7 mi—0.5 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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Newbury in numbers

82% of Newbury’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%. Based on 11 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Newbury costs about £1,329/week, while West Berkshire’s published usual rate is around £1,238/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £91/week (about £4,732/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 West Berkshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed11
Rated Good or Outstanding9 of 11 (82%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,329
West Berkshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,238
LargestWinchcombe Place Care Home (80 beds)
Most recently inspectedBirchwood Care Home (February 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 6 · Dementia 7 · Respite 6
Average house price, West Berkshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£402,790
Good9
Requires improvement2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Newbury£1,329/wk
  • Nursing, Newbury£1,295/wk
  • Dementia, Newbury£1,409/wk
  • West Berkshire average£1,327/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • West Berkshire usual rate£1,238/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across West Berkshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: West Berkshire'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 West Berkshire

The average house price in West Berkshire is £402,790, 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
£402,790
Detached
£713,343
Semi-detached
£416,558
Terraced
£334,523
Flats & maisonettes
£210,435

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 Newbury

Newbury is a prosperous market town in Berkshire with good rail access to London and solid local amenities. It suits people who value green space, easy shopping and strong community links — though care-home fees run above the national average, and crime has been higher than usual in recent years.

  • 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 23% 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 & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk!

Flood warning area nearby — 6 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Baughurst Brook.

243 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime85
  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Criminal damage & arson30
  • Shoplifting26
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 Newbury

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

Charity

Age Concern Newbury and District

Luncheon club, meals on wheels, hairdressing salon and centre events

0.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1189615)

Newbury: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+60.2%
Projected change in West Berkshire, 2025 to 2035 (4,448 to 7,124). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+20.5%
Projected change in West Berkshire, 2025 to 2035 (34,336 to 41,380). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Boots (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
15
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
8.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
2–10 out of 10
Where the 25 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 3 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Newbury

  • St Michael's Hospice (North Hampshire) · 12.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published May 2026). CQC page
  • Duchess of Kent Hospice · 14.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2020). CQC page

Hospitals near Newbury

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

Is Newbury a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Newbury

Newbury works well for those prioritising walkable town living with countryside nearby and don't mind paying a premium for care. The area offers reasonable health access and plenty of restaurants, cafes and social outlets. It's less ideal if you're on a tight budget or seeking the lowest-crime environment — violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage have been recorded at above-average rates.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are available in town; Newbury's a market town with decent primary-care provision, though specialist services and hospital emergency departments are at Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading, several miles away.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 243 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage among the most common types — higher than many quieter retirement areas.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether family and friends live within reasonable visiting distance; Newbury's rail link to London may help those with ties further afield.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in Newbury run above the national average. Budget carefully and compare quotes across local homes.
  • Transport: Regular rail services connect Newbury to London and Reading; the town itself is walkable with a town-centre core, though some outlying areas are car-dependent.
  • Housing options: Newbury has several care homes on offer, giving a reasonable range of choice for those seeking residential care.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town boasts 26 parks and 7 allotments, plus a strong network of restaurants, cafes (54) and pubs (29), making it lively for social dining and community events.
  • Community: Newbury has an active social fabric with good eating and entertainment options; confirm whether the specific home you're considering runs support groups or memory cafés.
  • Climate: South-East England is mild by UK standards, though winters can be damp and summers warm.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage have been recorded above typical rates; ask about the specific neighbourhood and what security the home offers.
  • Cost premium: Fees are above the national average, reflecting the town's affluent South-East location; weigh this carefully against your budget and what you get for the price.

Questions about care homes in Newbury

How many care homes are there in Newbury?

There are 11 care homes listed in and around Newbury 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 Newbury cost?

Care homes in Newbury range from around £1,054 to around £1,536 per week, with averages of £1,329 for residential, £1,409 for dementia, £1,295 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Newbury is about £1,329 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

9 of the 11 care homes in and around Newbury 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 Newbury?

Homes in and around Newbury offer residential (8), dementia (7), nursing (6), respite (6). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Newbury?

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

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

Near Newbury

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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