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Care homes in Winchester

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There are 15 care homes in and around Winchester on AskBart. 82% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,463 a week, while Hampshire usually pays £1,245. The largest is Winchester Heights Care Home, with 103 beds.

care homes
15
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
82%
typical residential fee
£1,463/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Hampshire council pays
£1,245/wk

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Winchester

Care homes in Winchester (15)

★ With family reviews

All within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated October 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
Abbotts BartonGood · Sept 2017On request631.3 mi—2.5 mi
Brackenlea Care HomeRequires improvement · Oct 2025On request252.6 mi—3.1 mi
Brendoncare Meadway Care HomeGood£1,450130.9 mi—1.9 mi
Brendoncare St Giles View Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,650601.4 mi—2.8 mi
Flowerdown Care HomeGood · Feb 2026On request481.6 mi—1.7 mi
Otterbourne Grange Residential Care HomeGood · Jul 2021On request254.8 mi—4.9 mi
Shawford Springs Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,450643.1 mi—3.4 mi
St Catherines ViewGood · Aug 2023On request570.8 mi—1.0 mi
St Cross Grange Care Home—On request641.1 mi—2.0 mi
Sutton Manor Care HomeGood · Feb 2019On request356.3 mi—6.1 mi
Tegfield HouseOutstanding · Sept 2019On request390.4 mi—1.1 mi
The Dower House Nursing HomeGood · Nov 2019On request432.0 mi—2.9 mi
Westacre Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request550.3 mi—1.4 mi
Westholme Care HomeGood · Mar 2019On request741.6 mi—1.7 mi
Winchester Heights Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,3021031.0 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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Winchester in numbers

82% of Winchester’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 11 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Winchester costs about £1,463/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 £218/week (about £11,336/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

Care homes listed15
Rated Good or Outstanding9 of 11 (82%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,463
Hampshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,245
LargestWinchester Heights Care Home (103 beds)
Most recently inspectedSt Catherines View (May 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 7 · Dementia 8 · Respite 5
Average house price, Winchester (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£471,136
Outstanding1
Good8
Requires improvement2
Not yet rated4
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Winchester£1,463/wk
  • Nursing, Winchester£1,467/wk
  • Dementia, Winchester£1,463/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.

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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 Winchester

The average house price in Winchester is £471,136, 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
£471,136
Detached
£758,684
Semi-detached
£477,453
Terraced
£397,078
Flats & maisonettes
£234,733

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 Winchester

Winchester is a cathedral city in South East England with a higher-than-average share of over-65s (22.4%, versus the national 18.6%), suggesting it's an established choice for later-life living. Five care homes are listed locally, with a mix of CQC ratings; crime is low and the town offers reasonable access to amenities, though you'll want to weigh distance to family and the regional cost of care.

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 87% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

4 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Vehicle crime2
  • Other theft1
  • Public order1
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 Winchester

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

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,…

2.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1174290)
Charity

Age Concern Eastleigh

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

Age Concern, Eastleigh Town

Assisting the older population of Eastleigh and surrounding areas.

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (202718)
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.

7.8 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.

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

Carers Together in Hampshire

The Charity 's primary object is to relieve the stresses experienced by carers, as defined in the Carers (Recognition and Services) Act 1995, of people with physical, mental, or sensory impairment…

7.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1197548)

Winchester: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+57.6%
Projected change in Winchester, 2025 to 2035 (4,675 to 7,369). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+23.4%
Projected change in Winchester, 2025 to 2035 (29,343 to 36,221). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
0
Nearest: Boots (1.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
10
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.2 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
2–10 out of 10
Where the 10 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 5 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Winchester

  • Naomi House Children's Hospice · 6.2 milesCQC page
  • Mountbatten Hampshire · 9.5 milesCQC Good (report published October 2021). CQC page

Hospitals near Winchester

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

Is Winchester a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Winchester

Winchester suits those seeking a historic market town with established retirement infrastructure and a strong over-65 community. The five care homes here offer a modest choice, with two currently rated Good by the CQC; however, the South East is among the pricier UK regions for care fees. It works well for people with local or regional family ties and those who value a settled, dignified pace of life over a wide range of facilities.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Winchester has access to GP surgeries and pharmacies; the nearest hospital with emergency care is within reasonable reach of the town.
  • Safety: Recorded crime is very low, with four offences in 2026-04, most commonly vehicle crime and other theft.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether you or your family are based nearby — Winchester's strong retired population means good peer networks, but distance to close relatives matters most.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care fees in the South East sit above the national average; compare individual homes' rates carefully against your budget.
  • Transport: Winchester has bus services and a rail link to nearby cities; the town centre is walkable, though some residents will find a car helpful for trips beyond.
  • Housing options: Five care homes are listed locally, ranging from smaller homes (13 beds) to larger settings (103 beds), offering a modest choice.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has two parks and a range of cafes and pubs; the cathedral and historic streets support gentle walking and cultural interest.
  • Community: A high share of over-65s creates a naturally established social community; look for memory cafés and activity groups at individual homes.
  • Climate: As a South East location, Winchester experiences a mild, temperate climate with moderate rainfall and reasonable winter conditions.

Things to weigh up

  • Regional cost: South East care fees run above the national average; budget accordingly and compare homes' published rates.
  • Limited choice of homes: Five homes offer a modest range; you may need to widen your search to nearby towns if your preference isn't met locally.
  • CQC inspection status: Three of the five homes are not yet inspected; ask individual homes about their standards and any inspection plans.

Questions about care homes in Winchester

How many care homes are there in Winchester?

There are 15 care homes listed in and around Winchester 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 Winchester cost?

Care homes in Winchester range from around £1,302 to around £1,650 per week, with averages of £1,463 for residential, £1,463 for dementia, £1,467 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Winchester is about £1,463 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

9 of the 15 care homes in and around Winchester 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 Winchester?

Homes in and around Winchester offer dementia (8), residential (8), nursing (7), respite (5). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Winchester?

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

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

Near Winchester

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.

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