The Gables Nursing Home
CQC Good
The Gables Nursing Home is an 18-bed nursing home in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.
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Dementia care homes in Aylesbury
There are 10 dementia care homes in and around Aylesbury on AskBart. 44% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,392 a week, while Buckinghamshire usually pays £1,188. The largest is Hampden Hall Care Home, with 120 beds.
Average residential fee in Aylesbury: £1,392/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Aylesbury
| Dementia care homes listed | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 9 (44%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 5 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,392 |
| Buckinghamshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,188 |
| Largest | Hampden Hall Care Home (120 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Buckingham Lodge (April 2022) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Aylesbury
Green SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
SafetyC
Limited — safer than 19% of similar areas
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat 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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Aylesbury is about £1,392/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
The care market in Aylesbury
44% of Aylesbury’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — below the national average of 79%.
Good or above in Aylesbury
44%
National average
79%
CQC-rated homes
4 of 9
Of the homes in and around Aylesbury, 7 offer nursing care, 10 offer dementia care and 9 offer residential care.
Based on 9 CQC-rated homes in and around Aylesbury. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
Council funding & top-up in Aylesbury
The average residential care home in Aylesbury costs about £1,392/week, while Buckinghamshire’s published usual rate is around £1,188/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £204/week (≈ £10,608/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Aylesbury
£1,392/wk
Buckinghamshire usual rate
£1,188/wk
Likely top-up gap
£204/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Buckinghamshire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Aylesbury on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
Care homes (4)
updated September 2026
Lewin House
CQC Good
Lewin House is a 70-bed care home in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, operated by the Fremantle Trust.
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Byron House Care Home
CQC Good
Byron House is a Westgate Healthcare care home in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, rated CQC Outstanding, offering residential, nursing, dementia, palliative and…
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Hampden Hall Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the tranquil neighbourhood of Weston Turville, Aylesbury, you'll find the Hampden Hall Care Centre, a beacon of expert elderly care run by Westgate…
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What care costs in Aylesbury
Residential (avg)
£1,392/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,392/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,392/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Buckinghamshire
The average house price in Buckinghamshire is £490,508, 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
- £490,508
- Detached
- £875,480
- Semi-detached
- £482,969
- Terraced
- £385,998
- Flats & maisonettes
- £241,795
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.
Types of care in Aylesbury
Residential care homes
9 in AylesburyNursing homes
7 in AylesburyDementia care homes
10 in AylesburyRespite care
4 in AylesburySafety
469 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime163
- Shoplifting80
- Anti-social behaviour44
- Public order43
Is Aylesbury a good retirement location?
Aylesbury suits people who value access to shops, services and social activity over a quieter retirement setting. The town has a marginally higher proportion of residents aged 65+ than the national average, suggesting it's an established place for later life. Care-home provision is modest (four homes listed), with a mixed record on inspection ratings; you'll need to visit and compare carefully, as standards vary. Families living in the wider South East will find travel manageable.
Health & support
- Medical access: The town has supermarkets and everyday services nearby, and lies within reasonable reach of larger hospitals in Aylesbury and surrounding areas — check GP waiting times and pharmacy locations when you visit a home.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 469 offences (most common: violent crime, shoplifting, anti-social behaviour). This is a consideration when weighing neighbourhood safety; ask care homes about their security and local support networks.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family or friends are to Aylesbury, and whether the town's social facilities — restaurants, cafes, pubs — will help you stay connected.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: No regional care-fee data has been provided, so compare fees quoted by local homes against the national average care home weekly cost when you receive quotes.
- Transport: Aylesbury has rail and road links to nearby towns and London; buses run locally. The town is reasonably walkable in the centre, though some outlying areas are car-dependent.
- Housing options: Four care homes are listed in the area, ranging from around 28 to 120 beds — a modest choice that requires careful comparison of available spaces and facilities.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town offers 45 parks and 7 allotments, plus 58 restaurants and cafes and 25 pubs and bars for social outings.
- Community: Aylesbury has everyday social venues; ask care homes about memory cafés, local clubs and visiting volunteer networks they can connect you to.
- Climate: South East England experiences a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and moderate rainfall — typical for the region.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: Violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are the most common offences recorded; ask homes about their area and any extra safety measures.
- Care-home ratings: One home requires improvement and one is not yet inspected; carefully review CQC reports and visit homes in person before deciding.
- Limited choice: Only four care homes are listed locally, so availability and suitability may be tighter than in larger retirement areas.
Common questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Aylesbury?
AskBart lists 10 dementia care homes in and around Aylesbury, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Aylesbury rated?
Of the 9 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 5 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Aylesbury cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,392 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Aylesbury?
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 "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Aylesbury?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Aylesbury:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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