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Residential care homes in Eastleigh

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There are 9 residential care homes in and around Eastleigh on AskBart. 86% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,302 a week, while Hampshire usually pays £1,245. The largest is Southampton Manor Care Home, with 104 beds.

care homes
9
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
86%
typical residential fee
£1,302/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Hampshire council pays
£1,245/wk

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Eastleigh

Care homes in Eastleigh (9)

★ With family reviews

All within 5 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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

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Distance
Alston House Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,375844.3 mi—0.8 mi
Brendoncare Knightwood Care HomeGood£1,450203.9 mi—1.6 mi
Chandlers Ford Care HomeRequires improvement · Jan 2023On request454.5 mi—1.3 mi
Keychange Charity Fair Havens Care HomeGood · Aug 2024On request231.0 mi—2.7 mi
Little BrookeGood · Feb 2023On request274.3 mi—1.4 mi
Oaklands House Care HomeGood£1,200724.7 mi—2.6 mi
Southampton Manor Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,0291041.0 mi—2.7 mi
Speedwell CourtOutstanding · Feb 2026On request803.5 mi—2.3 mi
Sunnybank House Care HomeGood£1,455606.3 mi—3.5 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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Eastleigh in numbers

86% of Eastleigh’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 7 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Eastleigh costs about £1,302/week, while Hampshire’s published usual rate is around £1,245/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £57/week (about £2,964/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 Hampshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Residential care homes listed9
Rated Good or Outstanding6 of 7 (86%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,302
Hampshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,245
LargestSouthampton Manor Care Home (104 beds)
Most recently inspectedSpeedwell Court (July 2021)
Homes by care typeResidential 9 · Nursing 6 · Dementia 7 · Respite 6
Average house price, Eastleigh (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£308,476
Outstanding1
Good5
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Eastleigh£1,302/wk
  • Nursing, Eastleigh£1,302/wk
  • Dementia, Eastleigh£1,302/wk
  • Hampshire average£1,385/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Hampshire usual rate£1,245/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Hampshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Hampshire'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 November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Eastleigh

The average house price in Eastleigh is £308,476, 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
£308,476
Detached
£521,978
Semi-detached
£337,423
Terraced
£270,585
Flats & maisonettes
£162,610

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 Eastleigh

  • Green Surroundings
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 22% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

245 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime117
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Criminal damage & arson19
  • Shoplifting18
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 Eastleigh

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

Charity

Age Concern Eastleigh

0.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1207530)
Charity

Age Concern Romsey and District

The objectives of the charity were to promote the relief of elderly people in any manner which is deemed to be charitable within Romsey and surrounding parishes.

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1056850)
Charity

Romsey Good Neighbours

To provide a community transport service for such of the inhabitants of Romsey, Ampfield and Braishfield, Hampshire who are in need of such service because of age, sickness or disability.

5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1119751)
Charity

Age Concern New Forest

Lunch Clubs, Information & Advice, Footcare, Computers at Home, Waterside Goodneighbours and Befriending, Telephone Buddying

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1076585)
Charity

The Dementia Care Hub

At The Dementia Care Hub CIO, we offer a programme of hub-based activities to support people living with dementia and the carers who support them. We operate in Hampshire, focusing on underserved…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1204216)
Charity

St John's Winchester

St Johns Winchester is dedicated to transforming the lives of older people. Our almshouses offer safe, affordable homes and a nurturing environment. Our dementia support service provides guidance,…

7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1174290)

Eastleigh: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+53.8%
Projected change in Eastleigh, 2025 to 2035 (4,358 to 6,702). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.7%
Projected change in Eastleigh, 2025 to 2035 (29,342 to 35,991). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Falkland Pharmacy (0.5 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
17
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
98.8%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 95.7% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
10.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–10 out of 10
Where the 26 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 6 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Eastleigh

  • Mountbatten Hampshire · 3.5 milesCQC Good (report published October 2021). CQC page
  • Naomi House Children's Hospice · 12.9 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Eastleigh

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

Is Eastleigh a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Eastleigh

Eastleigh has a notably higher share of residents aged 65 and over (22.4%) than the national average, which signals an established retirement community. Four care homes ranging from around 20 to 72 beds give genuine choice, and all four are rated good by the CQC — a solid foundation. The town has good everyday shops, cafes and green space, making it workable for those who value both care support and local activity. It suits families in the South East who want accessible later-life care without the premium costs of some neighbouring areas, and older people keen to stay near established social ties.

Health & support

  • Medical access: The town has several GP surgeries and pharmacies; the nearest major hospital is Southampton General, within reasonable reach.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in Eastleigh stands at 245 offences (April 2026), with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage among the most common reports. This is a fair basis for weighing your own comfort and security needs.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are. Eastleigh's location in the South East means good road and rail links to London and other nearby cities, which can help relatives visit.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in Eastleigh sit close to or slightly below the national average. Compare quotes from the four homes available to find the fit that works for your budget.
  • Transport: Eastleigh has rail connections to Southampton and London, and buses serving the town and surrounding area. The town centre is fairly walkable for everyday tasks; having your own transport or ready access to it gives you more freedom for outings and visits.
  • Housing options: Four care homes provide a genuine range — from smaller intimate settings around 20 beds to larger homes of 70+ beds. All hold good CQC ratings.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Twenty parks and eight allotments offer ample outdoor space. The town has 38 restaurants and cafes and nine pubs, giving plenty of scope for social eating and informal gatherings; look for community groups and memory cafés run by the homes themselves or local charities.
  • Community: Ask each home about their community links — visits to local shops, clubs and group activities. Eastleigh's size and established older population often mean ready social networks.
  • Climate: As a South East town, Eastleigh enjoys a typical English climate — milder winters than much of the UK, but prepare for damp autumns and variable springs.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime profile: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour feature in the local figures. Weigh this against the town's amenities and care quality when deciding if it's the right fit for you.
  • Proximity to family: Eastleigh's rail links are an asset if relatives are elsewhere in the South East or London. If your closest support is far away, distance to regular visits may matter.

Questions about care homes in Eastleigh

How many residential care homes are there in Eastleigh?

AskBart lists 9 residential care homes in and around Eastleigh, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in Eastleigh rated?

Of the 7 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do residential care homes in Eastleigh cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,302 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 Eastleigh?

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 Eastleigh?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Eastleigh

Near Eastleigh

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

Header photo: Marek69, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons