Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
from £1205/wk
Care homes offering respite care in Newbury
6 homes
There are 6 care homes offering respite care in and around Newbury on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally. 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
- 6
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 100%
- typical residential fee
- £1,329/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what West Berkshire council pays
- £1,238/wk
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Care homes in Newbury (6)
4 in Newbury, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 mi
Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miCQC Good
from £1536/wk
Distance from the town centre: 1.1 miCQC Good
from £1495/wk
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Distance from the town centre: 1.5 miCQC Good
from £1476/wk
Distance from the town centre: 1.7 miCQC Good
from £1205/wk
Distance from the town centre: 2.3 miCQC Good
from £1054/wk
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argyles Care Home | Good | £1,205 | 50 | 12.4 mi | — | 0.4 mi |
| Bayford House Care Home | Good | £1,054 | 59 | 14.7 mi | — | 2.3 mi |
| Falkland Grange Care Home | Good | £1,476 | 64 | 12.0 mi | — | 1.5 mi |
| Newbury Grove Care Home | Good | £1,495 | 68 | 11.8 mi | — | 1.1 mi |
| The Donnington Care Home | Good | £1,205 | 40 | 13.9 mi | — | 1.7 mi |
| Winchcombe Place Care Home | Good | £1,536 | 80 | 12.7 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
100% of Newbury’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 6 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 offering respite care listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 6 of 6 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,329 |
| West Berkshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,238 |
| Largest | Winchcombe Place Care Home (80 beds) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 6 · Nursing 5 · Dementia 4 · Respite 6 |
| Average house price, West Berkshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £402,790 |
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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. 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
- 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.
Superfast broadband
99.2%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 79.6% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
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
- Care homes near West Berkshire Community Hospital · urgent care · 1.4 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 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 offering respite care are there in Newbury?
AskBart lists 6 care homes offering respite care in and around Newbury, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Newbury rated?
Of the 6 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 6 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Newbury cost?
Published fees range from £1,054 to £1,536 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 Newbury?
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 Newbury?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Newbury:
Near Newbury
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- Care homes offering respite care in Wantage 4
- Care homes in Hungerford 1
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.
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