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Care homes in Emsworth
15 homes
There are 15 care homes in and around Emsworth on AskBart. 71% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is Emsworth House Care Home with Nursing, with 78 beds. The most recent inspection was at Willow Lodge Care Home in May 2023.
- care homes
- 15
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 71%
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Care homes in Emsworth (15)
7 in Emsworth, 8 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
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: 0.6 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.2 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 1.3 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.3 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 1.3 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.7 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 2.2 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.4 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.5 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.6 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miCQC Requires improvement
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Compare every home in Emsworth in one table
| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechwood House | Good · Aug 2026 | On request | 37 | 5.7 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Cross Way House Care Home | Good · Jul 2019 | On request | 24 | 3.6 mi | — | 2.2 mi |
| Emsworth House Care Home with Nursing | Good · Nov 2025 | On request | 78 | 5.3 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| Ferndale Residential Care Home | Good · Jul 2024 | On request | 17 | 6.1 mi | — | 1.3 mi |
| Glebe House | Good · Feb 2019 | On request | 40 | 6.2 mi | — | 1.3 mi |
| Hambrook Meadows | Good · Feb 2020 | On request | 19 | 5.0 mi | — | 2.4 mi |
| Kings Lodge Nursing Home | Requires improvement · Dec 2021 | On request | 77 | 4.5 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Park House Rest Home | Good · Feb 2022 | On request | 18 | 4.3 mi | — | 2.5 mi |
| Pinewood Nursing Home | Good · Apr 2020 | On request | 30 | 5.2 mi | — | 2.6 mi |
| Prinsted Care Home | Requires improvement · Nov 2025 | On request | 44 | 6.3 mi | — | 1.2 mi |
| Southlands Nursing Home | — | On request | 30 | 4.1 mi | — | 1.7 mi |
| Springfield Care Home | Requires improvement · Dec 2025 | On request | 65 | 5.2 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| The Oaks Care Home | Good · May 2023 | On request | 33 | 5.8 mi | — | 0.6 mi |
| White Lodge Care Home | Good · Jul 2025 | On request | 25 | 5.2 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| Willow Lodge Care Home | Requires improvement · Jun 2023 | On request | 40 | 6.1 mi | — | 1.3 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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Emsworth in numbers
71% of Emsworth’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 14 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
What West Sussex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 15 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 10 of 14 (71%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 4 |
| West Sussex usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,033 |
| Largest | Emsworth House Care Home with Nursing (78 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Willow Lodge Care Home (May 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 3 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, Havant (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £320,643 |
Good10
Requires improvement4
Not yet rated1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Havant. 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 Havant
The average house price in Havant is £320,643, 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
- £320,643
- Detached
- £533,176
- Semi-detached
- £349,328
- Terraced
- £272,527
- Flats & maisonettes
- £164,768
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 Emsworth
Emsworth is a South East coastal town with a higher-than-average share of older residents — over a fifth are 65 or older — suggesting a well-established community for later life. It offers reasonable everyday services, green space and social venues, though crime levels warrant checking before deciding.
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 60% 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
50 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime18
- Public order10
- Anti-social behaviour8
- Shoplifting5
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 September 2026.
Community & connection in Emsworth
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Emsworth Good Neighbours
Emsworth Good Neighbours objects are to relieve the needs of elderly residents and those who are affected by frailty or disability in the Emsworth area by providing support including but not…
0.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1210961)
Charity
The Emsworth Stroke Club
The relief of persons who have suffered a stroke; by holding regular weekly meetings for members and providing entertainment, therapy (speech, games, art, craft and exercise), social enjoyment,…
0.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (291023)
Charity
Age Concern Hayling Island
Provide:- luncheon clubs, drop in centres & carers groups.Hire the hall out for various groups.Provide transport to club
4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (251920)
Charity
Age UK Portsmouth
AUKP supports older people in Portsmouth and SE Hampshire to live fulfilling lives, remaining independant as long as possible. AUKP offers various social activities, Cafe, foot care, beauty and…
6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1059945)
Charity
Chichester Stroke Club
Club meets every Thursday morning in an accessible hall in Chichester and offers recreational activities of speakers, slide shows, outings and games such as scrabble, cards and dominoes and social…
6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1088210)
Charity
The Portsmouth Stroke Club
A weekly support group for elderly stroke survivors and their carers.
7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1046741)
Emsworth: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+42.7%
Projected change in Havant, 2025 to 2035 (4,705 to 6,715). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+17.9%
Projected change in Havant, 2025 to 2035 (32,233 to 38,018). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Emsworth Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
13
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
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)
6.7 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 12 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Emsworth
- St Wilfrid's Hospice · 4.2 milesCQC Good (report published July 2016). CQC page
- The Rowans Hospice · 5.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published May 2025). CQC page
Hospitals near Emsworth
- Care homes near Queen Alexandra Hospital · A&E · 5.8 miles
- Care homes near St Mary's Urgent Treatment Centre, Portsmouth · urgent care · 6.4 miles
- Care homes near St Richard's Hospital · A&E · 7.4 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Emsworth a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Emsworth
Emsworth suits families looking for a quieter South East location with solid local amenities and a notably age-friendly population. The town has above-average retirement provision, making it worth exploring if you value coastal access and established community networks. However, crime figures are a point to investigate carefully, and transport links to larger cities should factor into your decision.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to verify GP surgery availability locally; Emsworth is within reasonable distance of larger hospital services in the wider South East.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 210 offences in early 2026, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour among the most common types — higher than some retirement areas, so worth discussing with local services.
- Family & connection: Consider how easy it will be for relatives to visit and how close your wider support network is to the South East coast.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check local care-home weekly fees against the national average when comparing options; South East provision tends to be priced above national norms.
- Transport: Emsworth has rail links and bus services; the wider South East is well connected to nearby cities, though you may find yourself car-dependent for some local trips.
- Housing options: The area has a number of care homes; visit a range to understand the local choice and what suits your needs and budget.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Six parks and six allotments offer outdoor activity, with coastal walks nearby; 19 restaurants and cafes and 10 pubs provide social venues.
- Community: A strong over-65 population suggests established social groups and memory cafés; ask local homes about their links to community networks.
- Climate: South East England has a milder climate than much of the UK, though expect typical British weather — damp winters and warm summers.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: At 210 recorded offences, this area sits above some retirement destinations; ask care homes how they support residents' safety and what local policing feels like.
- South East costs: Care fees in the region are often above the national average; budget accordingly and compare widely.
Questions about care homes in Emsworth
How many care homes are there in Emsworth?
There are 15 care homes listed in and around Emsworth on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
Which care homes in Emsworth are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
10 of the 15 care homes in and around Emsworth are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Emsworth?
Homes in and around Emsworth 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.
How many care homes in Emsworth offer dementia care?
3 care homes in and around Emsworth 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 Emsworth offer respite care?
Yes — 1 care home in and around Emsworth 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 Emsworth?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Emsworth:
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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.