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Residential care homes in Bletchley

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There are 8 residential care homes in and around Bletchley on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,341 a week, while Milton Keynes usually pays £936. The largest is Lakeview Lodge Care Home, with 66 beds.

care homes
8
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
75%
typical residential fee
£1,341/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Milton Keynes council pays
£936/wk

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Care homes in Bletchley

Care homes in Bletchley (8)

★ With family reviews

0 in Bletchley, 8 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate

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

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Distance
Ashby House - Milton KeynesGood · Jul 2022On request640.3 mi—1.8 mi
Ashby House Care HomeGood£1,381640.2 mi—1.8 mi
Becket House Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Nov 2025On request271.9 mi—2.5 mi
Bletchley House Residential Care and Nursing HomeGood · Dec 2025On request441.9 mi—0.2 mi
Dovecote Manor Care HomeGood · Oct 2025On request442.1 mi—0.4 mi
Lakeview Lodge Care HomeGood£1,300663.5 mi—2.0 mi
Thomas Edward Mitton HouseInadequate · Jul 2026On request162.5 mi—1.0 mi
Waterhall Care HomeOutstanding · Nov 2019On request573.2 mi—1.9 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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Bletchley in numbers

75% of Bletchley’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 8 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Bletchley costs about £1,341/week, while Milton Keynes’s published usual rate is around £936/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £405/week (about £21,060/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 Milton Keynes council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Residential care homes listed8
Rated Good or Outstanding6 of 8 (75%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,341
Milton Keynes usual weekly rate (2025)£936
LargestLakeview Lodge Care Home (66 beds)
Most recently inspectedBletchley House Residential Care and Nursing Home (March 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 6 · Dementia 6 · Respite 5
Average house price, Milton Keynes (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£325,104
Outstanding1
Good5
Requires improvement1
Inadequate1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Bletchley£1,341/wk
  • Nursing, Bletchley£1,381/wk
  • Dementia, Bletchley£1,341/wk
  • Milton Keynes average£1,204/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Milton Keynes usual rate£936/wk

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

The average house price in Milton Keynes is £325,104, 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
£325,104
Detached
£550,543
Semi-detached
£329,095
Terraced
£271,264
Flats & maisonettes
£165,923

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 Bletchley

  • 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 & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 37% 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 & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

196 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime59
  • Shoplifting34
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Other theft15
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 Bletchley

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

Charity

Milton Keynes Irish Welfare Support Group

We hold a weekly lunch club for the over 65's in our local community.The members have a hot meal, play bingo and have a weekly raffle, they also have a keep fit class every week. We have a welfare…

1.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1133277)
Charity

Age UK Milton Keynes

Age UK Milton Keynes is a charity working with and for older people in the Borough of Milton Keynes to make a real and positive difference that contributes to their wellbeing and quality of life.

2.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079773)

Bletchley: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Bletchley

Is Bletchley a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Bletchley

Bletchley suits families seeking later-life care in a well-serviced suburban setting with good access to shops, green space and social venues. The 19.1% share of residents aged 65+ is slightly above the national average, suggesting an established older population. However, crime levels and the range of local care homes should be your main focus when weighing whether it's right for you.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Confirm the number and location of GP surgeries and pharmacies with your shortlist care homes; Bletchley is in South East England, within reach of NHS hospitals, but verify travel times for emergency care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the most recent reporting period (April 2026) was 196 offences; violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour were the most common categories — higher than some areas, so worth discussing with local police and care providers.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether family and friends live close enough to visit regularly, as isolation can affect wellbeing in later life.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Compare local care-home weekly fees against the national average; ask providers directly, as costs vary. Check whether Bletchley's fees are broadly in line with or above the South East regional norm.
  • Transport: Buses and rail links from Bletchley connect to nearby cities; the town is suburban and semi car-dependent, so confirm whether you or your support network can manage travel to healthcare, social visits and local services.
  • Housing options: Ask your shortlist care homes about the range of provision — rooms, communal spaces, respite or permanent stays — so you can compare choice and fit.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Bletchley has 61 parks and 7 allotments, plus 38 restaurants and cafes and 15 pubs and bars, offering a good range of outdoor and social activity.
  • Community: Check whether local care homes run memory cafes, social groups or links to community clubs; these improve connection and wellbeing.
  • Climate: South East England has a mild maritime climate; winters are cool and damp, summers warm — dress for changeable weather and manage heating in winter months.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: The recorded crime rate is above some comparable areas; discuss local safety and security measures with care homes you visit.
  • Fees and choice: Care-home fees and range of homes vary; get quotes from several providers to ensure affordability and find a good fit.

Questions about care homes in Bletchley

How many residential care homes are there in Bletchley?

AskBart lists 8 residential care homes in and around Bletchley, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in Bletchley rated?

Of the 8 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 1 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do residential care homes in Bletchley cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,341 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 Bletchley?

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 Bletchley?

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

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

Guides for families

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