Residential care homes in Chalfont St Peter
There are 3 residential care homes in and around Chalfont St Peter on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, July 2019). Published fees average about £1,679 a week, while Buckinghamshire usually pays £1,188. The largest is Woodland Manor Care Home, with 64 beds.
Average residential fee in Chalfont St Peter: £1,679/week — in line with the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Chalfont St Peter
| Residential care homes listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 3 (67%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,679 |
| Buckinghamshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,188 |
| Largest | Woodland Manor Care Home (64 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated July 2019. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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).
Good — safer than 34% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on Buckinghamshire data (town-level not yet available)
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Buckinghamshire data (town-level not yet available)
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Buckinghamshire data (town-level not yet available)
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.
The estimated average residential care fee in Chalfont St Peter is about £1,679/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 average residential care home in Chalfont St Peter costs about £1,679/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 £491/week (≈ £25,532/year) to bridge the gap.
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).
- Good
- Requires improvement
updated September 2026
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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.
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2 in Chalfont St PeterIs Chalfont St Peter a good retirement location?
Chalfont St Peter suits families looking for a South East location with solid local amenities and a settled community where older people are already well-represented. The town has a slightly above-average share of residents aged 65+ (19.1% against a national average of 18.6%), suggesting established retirement infrastructure. However, you'll need to weigh transport links, care-home fees against the national average, and how close family support networks are before deciding.
Health & support
- Medical access: Local GPs and pharmacies serve the town; check your chosen care home's distance to the nearest hospital and emergency services, as South East provision varies.
- Safety: The area recorded 434 offences in the year to April 2026, with violent crime, shoplifting and public-order incidents the most common types — in line with many South East towns, so worth discussing with local providers.
- Family & connection: Consider how near your family or support network can be; commuter-town locations can mean relatives live further away or have longer travel times.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home fees in the South East generally sit above the national average; confirm actual weekly costs with local homes, as Chalfont St Peter's exact pricing will vary by home and support level.
- Transport: The town has good road access to nearby centres and rail links to London and beyond, useful if you need to reach hospital appointments or family in other regions; walkability within Chalfont St Peter itself will depend on which home you choose.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operates in the area; ask local providers for current availability, as choice and size of homes can change.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 33 parks and 5 allotments, plus 56 restaurants and cafes and 21 pubs and bars, offering good scope for outings and social activity.
- Community: With a settled older population, social groups and memory cafés may be available locally; ask prospective care homes about their links to community groups and support networks.
- Climate: South East England typically sees mild winters and warm summers, though damp autumn and winter weather is common — dress and heating provision matter in later life.
Things to weigh up
- Violent crime recorded: The most common offence type in the recent data — discuss safety measures with any home you visit.
- South East costs: Care fees in this region tend to be above the national average, so budget carefully and compare homes.
How many residential care homes are there in Chalfont St Peter?
AskBart lists 3 residential care homes in and around Chalfont St Peter, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Chalfont St Peter rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Chalfont St Peter cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,679 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Chalfont St Peter?
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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Chalfont St Peter?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Chalfont St Peter:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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