Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miCQC Good
from £1720/wk
Care homes in Crowborough
7 homes
There are 7 care homes in and around Crowborough on AskBart. 83% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,720 a week, while East Sussex usually pays £929. The largest is Heather View Care Home, with 74 beds.
- care homes
- 7
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 83%
- typical residential fee
- £1,720/wkin line with the UK average
- what East Sussex council pays
- £929/wk
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Care homes in Crowborough (7)
6 in Crowborough, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Outstanding
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
Top-rated in Crowborough
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
Distance from the town centre: 0.3 mi
Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 1.2 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.4 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.5 miCQC Outstanding
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalling House | Requires improvement · Nov 2024 | On request | 20 | 9.1 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| Heather View Care Home | Good | £1,720 | 74 | 8.9 mi | — | 0.3 mi |
| High Broom Care Home | Outstanding · Dec 2019 | On request | 38 | 9.8 mi | — | 1.5 mi |
| The Vines | — | On request | 14 | 8.6 mi | — | 0.6 mi |
| Windlesham Manor | Good · Apr 2026 | On request | 40 | 9.8 mi | — | 1.2 mi |
| Woodlands | Good · Dec 2019 | On request | 40 | 10.0 mi | — | 1.4 mi |
| York Lodge | Good · Jan 2020 | On request | 22 | 9.0 mi | — | 0.5 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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Crowborough in numbers
83% of Crowborough’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 6 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Crowborough costs about £1,720/week, while East Sussex’s published usual rate is around £929/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £791/week (about £41,132/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 East Sussex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 6 (83%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,720 |
| East Sussex usual weekly rate (2025) | £929 |
| Largest | Heather View Care Home (74 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Dalling House (April 2022) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 3 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, Wealden (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £386,787 |
Outstanding1
Good4
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Wealden. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: East Sussex's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
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 Wealden
The average house price in Wealden is £386,787, 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
- £386,787
- Detached
- £586,588
- Semi-detached
- £348,205
- Terraced
- £286,892
- Flats & maisonettes
- £182,646
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 Crowborough
Crowborough is a well-established retirement area in the South East, with an older population (26.6% aged 65+) and a solid choice of care homes. It suits families looking for a quieter Sussex setting with good local amenities and reasonable access to larger towns.
- High Retirement Community
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 66% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
55 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime19
- Anti-social behaviour12
- Criminal damage & arson6
- Other theft5
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 Crowborough
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
The Good Company People
The Good Company People carries out its purposes by providing relief to (a) people who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation and/or experiencing cognitive changes, living with dementia…
0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1202836)
Charity
Rotherfield St Martin
RSM is a community led and award winning charity that supports older people in the Rotherfield Parish (and surrounding areas), East Sussex. Our aim is to prevent social isolation and loneliness in…
2.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1168555)
Charity
Engage
Engage, a rural charity in Wealden, provides socialisation opportunities for older vulnerable people at the TN22 club and dementia activities and carers' respite at the TN22 Plus club. Engage…
4.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1175761)
Charity
Mayfield and Five Ashes Community Services
To promote community based services and support for those living in the Parish of Mayfield and Five Ashes and its surrounding area within East Sussex, to assist in combatting loneliness and…
5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1166647)
Charity
Rusthall Lunch Club
Providing a lunch once a week for the elderly living in Rusthall.
5.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1087276)
Charity
Age UK Tunbridge Wells
Age UK Tunbridge Wells is the new name for Tunbridge Wells Age Concern, the Charity has been working in the borough of Tunbridge Wells since 1948 and currently provides a range of services and…
6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1147675)
Crowborough: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+54.9%
Projected change in Wealden, 2025 to 2035 (6,329 to 9,804). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.5%
Projected change in Wealden, 2025 to 2035 (46,188 to 56,600). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Boots (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
5
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
7.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
5–10 out of 10
Where the 13 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 3 are in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Crowborough
- The Cottage Hospice · 4.6 milesCQC Outstanding (report published September 2021). CQC page
- Hospice in the Weald · 9.6 milesCQC page
- St Peter and St James Charitable Trust · 11.7 milesCQC Good (report published May 2020). CQC page
Hospitals near Crowborough
- Care homes near Crowborough War Memorial Hospital Minor Injuries Unit · minor injuries unit · 0.7 miles
- Care homes near Uckfield Community Hospital Minor Injuries Unit · minor injuries unit · 7.1 miles
- Care homes near Tunbridge Wells Hospital · A&E · 8.6 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Crowborough a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Crowborough
Crowborough has a notably higher share of over-65s than the national average, making it an established retirement destination. The town offers several care homes, everyday services including three supermarkets, and reasonable access to healthcare. It suits people who value a quieter, more settled community — though you'll want to check family proximity and whether the specific care home meets your needs.
Health & support
- Medical access: The town will have GP surgeries and pharmacies; verify exact locations and waiting times with your preferred care home, as distance to Crowborough Hospital and other emergency services varies by postcode.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the most recent period was 55 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage most common — slightly above the quietest areas, so worth discussing with your shortlisted homes.
- Family & connection: With a population of 560,882, consider how close your family and support networks are; regular visits and local connections matter for wellbeing and involvement in your care.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Compare weekly fees from homes in your shortlist against the national average; Crowborough's South East location typically means fees trend towards the higher end regionally.
- Transport: The town has bus services and rail links to nearby cities; walkability depends on which part of Crowborough you choose, so ask homes about local connectivity.
- Housing options: Crowborough has a range of care homes; visit several to compare size, staff levels, activities and support offered.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Four parks and two allotments, plus eight restaurants and cafes and seven pubs offer social opportunities; local clubs and groups vary, so ask the care home what's on site and nearby.
- Community: Ask homes about memory cafés, visiting groups and in-house activities; an established retirement area often means more peer social networks.
- Climate: South East England sees mild winters and moderate rainfall; check how the home manages heating, mobility support and seasonal activities.
Things to weigh up
- Crime trends: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are the most common offences recorded; ask homes what safeguards and incident reporting they have in place.
- Regional fees: As a South East location, care-home fees are likely above the national average; factor this into your budget and check what is included.
- Care-home choice: While Crowborough has options, the quality and ethos of individual homes varies widely — visit multiple, speak to residents and families, and don't rush the decision.
Questions about care homes in Crowborough
How many care homes are there in Crowborough?
There are 7 care homes listed in and around Crowborough 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 Crowborough cost?
Care homes in Crowborough range from around £1,720 per week, with averages of £1,720 for residential, £1,720 for dementia, £1,720 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Crowborough compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Crowborough is about £1,720 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 Crowborough are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
5 of the 7 care homes in and around Crowborough 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 Crowborough?
Homes in and around Crowborough offer dementia (3), residential (3), nursing (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Crowborough?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Crowborough:
Near Crowborough
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
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