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Care homes in Newport Pagnell

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There are 11 care homes in and around Newport Pagnell on AskBart. 89% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is The Willows Care Home, with 130 beds. The most recent inspection was at Linford Grange in June 2023.

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11
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
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Newport Pagnell

Care homes in Newport Pagnell (11)

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5 in Newport Pagnell, 6 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

Top-rated in Newport Pagnell

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

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Distance
Castlemead Court Care HomeGood · Feb 2020On request794.1 mi—0.3 mi
Highclere Care Home—On request402.1 mi—2.2 mi
Lathbury Manor Care HomeRequires improvement · Apr 2023On request295.0 mi—1.1 mi
Linford GrangeGood · Jul 2023On request204.2 mi—0.3 mi
Milton Keynes Short Breaks and Shared LivesOutstanding · Mar 2018On request123.0 mi—2.9 mi
Neath Hill Care HomeGood · Jul 2019On request472.5 mi—1.9 mi
Park HouseGood · Mar 2020On request356.4 mi—2.3 mi
The Applewood—On request783.6 mi—0.8 mi
The Willows Care HomeGood · Apr 2025On request1302.7 mi—1.8 mi
Tickford AbbeyGood · Nov 2022On request324.3 mi—1.0 mi
Westbury GrangeGood · Oct 2019On request454.2 mi—0.1 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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Newport Pagnell in numbers

89% of Newport Pagnell’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 9 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

What Milton Keynes council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed11
Rated Good or Outstanding8 of 9 (89%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Milton Keynes usual weekly rate (2025)£936
LargestThe Willows Care Home (130 beds)
Most recently inspectedLinford Grange (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 4 · Dementia 7 · Respite 2
Average house price, Milton Keynes (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£325,104
Outstanding1
Good7
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Milton Keynes average£1,204/wk
  • UK average£1,704/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. 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 September 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 Newport Pagnell

Newport Pagnell is a sizable South East market town with well-established services and a slightly above-average share of older residents. It offers decent access to shops and green space, though crime is notably higher than many retirement destinations — worth weighing carefully against its practical strengths.

  • Green Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 30% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk!

Flood warning area nearby — 5 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Fluvial.

135 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Violent crime28
  • Public order17
  • Other theft14
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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026; flood: Environment Agency.

Community & connection in Newport Pagnell

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

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.

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079773)
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…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1133277)

Is Newport Pagnell a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Newport Pagnell

Newport Pagnell suits people who value everyday convenience and don't mind a busier, mixed-age town setting. Its population aged 65+ is slightly higher than the national average, suggesting an established retirement presence. It's not a dedicated retirement village, but a working town where older residents live alongside younger families and commuters. Choose it if you want local services, parks and cafes within reach, but accept that it won't feel like a quieter countryside haven.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Access to GP surgeries and pharmacies is typical for a town of this size; nearby hospitals are within the South East region.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is notably elevated, with 587 offences recorded recently; violent crime, shoplifting and other theft are the most common categories. This is a point to discuss with family and to weigh against the town's practical strengths.
  • Family & connection: If family live in or near the South East, proximity and visiting may be straightforward — worth mapping out where your support network is based.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Compare local care-home fees against the national weekly average; fees in South East market towns often sit at or slightly above the national range.
  • Transport: Newport Pagnell has bus links and rail connections to nearby centres; the town is reasonably walkable for daily needs, though some journeys may require transport.
  • Housing options: The town has a range of care homes; local provision is mixed rather than concentrated, so choice exists but requires careful search.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 79 parks and 4 allotments, plus 78 restaurants and cafes and 20 pubs, offering regular social and outdoor options.
  • Community: A busy market town provides natural social hubs; look for local memory cafes or older-people's groups to plug into.
  • Climate: South East England experiences typical mild UK weather — cool winters, modest rainfall, and reasonable summers.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Recorded offences are notably higher than in quieter retirement destinations; visit at different times of day and speak to current residents and care staff about safety and your personal comfort.
  • Town buzz vs. tranquillity: Newport Pagnell is an active, mixed-age town, not a peaceful retirement enclave. If you prize quiet and slower pace, this may feel too busy.

Questions about care homes in Newport Pagnell

How many care homes are there in Newport Pagnell?

There are 11 care homes listed in and around Newport Pagnell on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

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

8 of the 11 care homes in and around Newport Pagnell 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 Newport Pagnell?

Homes in and around Newport Pagnell offer residential (8), dementia (7), nursing (4), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

How many care homes in Newport Pagnell offer dementia care?

7 care homes in and around Newport Pagnell offer specialist dementia care. Use the dementia filter above to see them, and check each home's CQC report for its record on caring for people living with dementia.

Do any care homes in Newport Pagnell offer respite care?

Yes — 2 care homes in and around Newport Pagnell offer respite (short-stay) care, for recovery after a hospital stay or to give a regular carer a break. Availability changes often, so contact the home directly to check.

Weighing up your options in Newport Pagnell?

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

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

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