Hurstwood View Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the breathtaking countryside of East Sussex, a mere stone's throw from the famed Ashdown Forest, you'll find Hurstwood View in Uckfield. This…
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Residential care homes in Uckfield
There is 1 residential care home in and around Uckfield on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,927 a week, while East Sussex usually pays £929. The largest is Hurstwood View Care Home, with 55 beds.
Average residential fee in Uckfield: £1,927/week — above the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Uckfield
| Residential care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,927 |
| East Sussex usual weekly rate (2025) | £929 |
| Largest | Hurstwood View Care Home (55 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Uckfield
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.
SafetyB
Good — safer than 52% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Uckfield is about £1,927/week, above 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.
Council funding & top-up in Uckfield
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 you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £998/week (≈ £51,896/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Uckfield
£1,927/wk
East Sussex usual rate
£929/wk
Likely top-up gap
£998/wk
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 East Sussex’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Uckfield on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Uckfield
Residential (avg)
£1,927/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,927/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,927/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Uckfield
Residential care homes
1 in UckfieldNursing homes
1 in UckfieldDementia care homes
1 in UckfieldRespite care
1 in UckfieldSafety
95 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Anti-social behaviour30
- Violent crime24
- Burglary10
- Public order10
Is Uckfield a good retirement location?
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.
Common questions
How many residential care homes are there in Uckfield?
AskBart lists 1 residential care home in and around Uckfield, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Uckfield rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Uckfield cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,927 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 Uckfield?
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 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.
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