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Care homes in Uckfield

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There are 5 care homes in and around Uckfield on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,927 a week, while East Sussex usually pays £929. The largest is Coniston Court, with 73 beds.

care homes
5
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,927/wkabove the UK average of £1,716
what East Sussex council pays
£929/wk

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Uckfield

Care homes in Uckfield (5)

★ With family reviews

3 in Uckfield, 2 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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

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Distance
Coniston CourtRequires improvement · Jun 2026On request737.2 mi—3.6 mi
Copper Beech Care HomeGood£1,375488.7 mi—0.6 mi
Hurstwood View Care HomeGood£1,927558.7 mi—2.5 mi
Temple Grove Nursing HomeOutstanding · Jan 2020On request659.1 mi—4.1 mi
Thornbury Residential HomeGood · Nov 2023On request198.3 mi—0.4 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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Uckfield in numbers

80% of Uckfield’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 5 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Uckfield costs about £1,927/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 £998/week (about £51,896/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 listed5
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 5 (80%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,927
East Sussex usual weekly rate (2025)£929
LargestConiston Court (73 beds)
Most recently inspectedThornbury Residential Home (October 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 4 · Dementia 4 · Respite 3
Average house price, Wealden (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£386,787
Outstanding1
Good3
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Uckfield£1,927/wk
  • Nursing, Uckfield£1,651/wk
  • Dementia, Uckfield£1,651/wk
  • Wealden average£1,616/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • East Sussex usual rate£929/wk

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.

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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 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 Uckfield

Uckfield is a South East England town with a notably high share of residents aged 65+, suggesting an established retirement community. It offers decent everyday services and green space, though care-home fees and transport links will need careful checking against your budget and family proximity.

  • High Retirement Community
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.
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 36% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

95 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violent crime24
  • Burglary10
  • Public order10
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 Uckfield

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

Charity

The Luxford Centre

The Charity operates a centre open Mon-Fri day time for the over 55s and retired in Uckfield and the surrounding areas including the organisation of various leisure and sporting activities,…

0.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1180260)
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…

4.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1175761)
Charity

Community Transport Sussex

Community Transport Sussex provides transport services and support to the residents & community groups across West Sussex and it's envirions, with the aim of relieving socail isolation and…

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165527)
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…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1202836)
Charity

Age Concern East Sussex

Services to people in later life and influencing/representation to improve the quality of later life. Services include information and advice, community clubs, post-hospital discharge support,…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1139470)
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…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1168555)

Uckfield: 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
4
Nearest: Boots (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
3
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
8.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
4–10 out of 10
Where the 10 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Uckfield

  • The Cottage Hospice · 6 milesCQC Outstanding (report published September 2021). CQC page
  • St Peter and St James Charitable Trust · 6.6 milesCQC Good (report published May 2020). CQC page
  • The Sussex Beacon · 12.7 milesCQC Good (report published May 2026). CQC page

Hospitals near Uckfield

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Uckfield a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Uckfield

Uckfield suits those seeking a quieter South East location with reasonably good local amenities and a well-established older population. At 26.6% residents aged 65+, it is clearly a place where retirement living is common. However, you'll want to weigh transport connections to nearby cities and family support against local care costs, which tend to be higher in the South East.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgery locations and distance to Uckfield Hospital or the nearest major emergency centre; check with local providers before deciding.
  • Safety: Recorded crime was 95 offences in April 2026, with anti-social behaviour, violent crime and burglary among the most common. This is a consideration when weighing personal security.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about how far family members live; good local support networks make a real difference to wellbeing in later life.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: South East care-home fees tend to sit above the national average. Ask for current weekly rates from local homes and compare against your budget.
  • Transport: Check rail and bus links to nearby towns and cities; Uckfield's walkability for daily errands and whether you'll need a car or rely on local transport.
  • Housing options: Several care homes operate in the area; visit a range to understand the choice available and which suits your needs.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Uckfield has 13 parks and 6 allotments, plus 17 restaurants and cafes and 5 pubs and bars, offering reasonable scope for outings and social activity.
  • Community: Look for local memory cafés, lunch clubs and social groups when you visit; these make a genuine difference to daily life.
  • Climate: The South East typically enjoys milder winters than much of England, though rain and grey skies are common year-round.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime rates: At 95 recorded offences in the most recent month, crime is a factor; ask care homes and residents directly how safe they feel day-to-day.
  • South East costs: Care fees in this region run above the national average; budget carefully and explore all funding options early.
  • Transport dependency: Confirm whether buses and trains connect well to family and hospitals; some parts of Uckfield may be car-dependent.

Questions about care homes in Uckfield

How many care homes are there in Uckfield?

There are 5 care homes listed in and around Uckfield 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 Uckfield cost?

Care homes in Uckfield range from around £1,375 to around £1,927 per week, with averages of £1,927 for residential, £1,651 for dementia, £1,651 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Uckfield compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Uckfield is about £1,927 per week — above the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

4 of the 5 care homes in and around Uckfield 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 Uckfield?

Homes in and around Uckfield offer dementia (4), nursing (4), residential (3), respite (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Uckfield?

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

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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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