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Care homes in Shinfield

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There are 11 care homes in and around Shinfield on AskBart. 73% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,740 a week, while Reading usually pays £993. The largest is Austen House Care Home, with 79 beds.

care homes
11
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
73%
typical residential fee
£1,740/wkin line with the UK average
what Reading council pays
£993/wk

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Care homes in Shinfield

Care homes in Shinfield (11)

★ With family reviews

0 in Shinfield, 11 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Austen House Care HomeRequires improvement£1,514792.7 mi—2.0 mi
Belamie Gables Care HomeGood · Feb 2018On request204.0 mi—1.3 mi
Lakeside Residential HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2023On request720.8 mi—2.4 mi
Life Care Corporation LimitedRequires improvement · Apr 2021On request411.3 mi—1.4 mi
Mulberry Care LimitedGood · May 2026On request351.2 mi—2.4 mi
Northcourt Lodge Nursing HomeGood · Jun 2019On request220.9 mi—1.9 mi
Parsons Grange Care HomeGood£1,740683.3 mi—0.6 mi
Pembroke LodgeGood · Sept 2026On request200.3 mi—2.6 mi
Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh CourtGood · Nov 2017On request453.6 mi—2.7 mi
Shinfield ViewOutstanding · Dec 2019On request663.2 mi—0.5 mi
The BoltonsGood · May 2021On request270.7 mi—2.8 mi

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Shinfield in numbers

73% of Shinfield’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 11 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Shinfield costs about £1,740/week, while Reading’s published usual rate is around £993/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £747/week (about £38,844/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 Reading council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed11
Rated Good or Outstanding8 of 11 (73%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,740
Reading usual weekly rate (2025)£993
LargestAusten House Care Home (79 beds)
Most recently inspectedLakeside Residential Home (July 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 5 · Respite 3
Average house price, Wokingham (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£498,941
Outstanding1
Good7
Requires improvement3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Shinfield£1,740/wk
  • Nursing, Shinfield£1,627/wk
  • Dementia, Shinfield£1,627/wk
  • Wokingham average£1,342/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Reading usual rate£993/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Wokingham. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Reading's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Wokingham

The average house price in Wokingham is £498,941, 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
£498,941
Detached
£772,622
Semi-detached
£501,991
Terraced
£375,093
Flats & maisonettes
£248,729

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 Shinfield

Shinfield is a well-served suburban village in the South East with easy access to Reading's hospitals and a good spread of everyday shops, parks and social venues. It suits older people who value a quieter setting with strong local amenities and are within reach of family in or near a larger town.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 55% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Based on Wokingham data (town-level not yet available)

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

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 Shinfield

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

Charity

Wokingham and West Berkshire Mental Health Association

Support for mentally ill people and their carers through the provision of a drop in centre, crisis support, advice and information, befriending, and a holiday/respite caravan.

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1043426)
Charity

Wade

Day Centre for the older residents of the Wokingham Borough over 50 years of age.

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1178937)
Charity

Link Visiting Scheme

Our aim is to tackle the serious impact of loneliness and isolation among older people living in Wokingham Borough. This is primarily achieved through regular home visits from volunteers. We also…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1139248)
Charity

Age Concern Twyford & District

Senior Social Club for people 55 and over, Lunch club. Anything for the benefit of the elderly in the six parishes of our area.

5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1163722)
Charity

Keep Mobile Community Transport Cio

The charity provides transport for residents of Berkshire who are unable to use main stream public transport due to disability or long term illness.Provide group transport for any community group…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1174433)
Charity

Crowthorne & Wokingham Without NMI Men's Shed

The promotion of social inclusion for the benefit of principally men living in the vicinity of Crowthorne/Wokingham Without to combat loneliness and social isolation by the provision of a workshop…

6.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1195509)

Shinfield: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Shinfield

Is Shinfield a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Shinfield

Shinfield is a stable, established community with solid everyday provision—supermarkets, cafes, restaurants and a strong network of parks and allotments. It is not a dedicated retirement hub, but offers the amenities and proximity to urban services that make it workable for later-life living, especially for those who want a village feel with town access. It suits people with local family ties or those comfortable living independently in their own home rather than in a specialist care scheme.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Reading has major NHS hospitals within a short drive or bus ride; Shinfield itself will have GP surgeries and access to local pharmacies.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stood at 116 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, shoplifting and vehicle crime the most common types—in line with a moderately busy suburban area.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether children or carers are based nearby, as Shinfield is not a dedicated care community; living here means relying more on family support or privately arranged care.

Finances & daily life

  • Transport: Regular bus links connect to Reading and surrounding areas; walking and cycling are feasible for many errands within the village.
  • Housing options: Shinfield has limited dedicated retirement or care-home provision; most accommodation is private housing on the open market.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The village benefits from 26 parks and 6 allotments, offering good scope for gardening, walking and outdoor activity.
  • Community: With 31 restaurants and cafes and 24 pubs and bars, there is a reasonable range of social and eating venues; check for any memory cafés or older-adult groups locally.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited specialist care provision: Shinfield is primarily a general residential village with few dedicated care homes; moving here for later-life care would likely mean arranging private support or care packages rather than choosing from a range of on-site schemes.
  • Reliance on family or private care || Without a large care-home sector, older people here tend to live independently or with family support; this suits those with strong local networks but is a consideration if you need hands-on care management.

Questions about care homes in Shinfield

How many care homes are there in Shinfield?

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

Care homes in Shinfield range from around £1,514 to around £1,740 per week, with averages of £1,740 for residential, £1,627 for dementia, £1,627 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Shinfield is about £1,740 per week — broadly in line with the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

8 of the 11 care homes in and around Shinfield are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Shinfield?

Homes in and around Shinfield offer dementia (5), residential (4), nursing (3), respite (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Near Shinfield

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

Guides for families

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