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Nestled in the verdant outskirts of Church Crookham, Hampshire, Bourley Grange Care Home is a haven of tranquillity, with the picturesque Hankley Common and the Surrey Hills just a stone's throw…
from £1495/wk
Care homes in Hampshire
Hampshire is a well-established retirement area with a strong care-home sector — 61 homes across the county, most rated good or outstanding. If you value access to the South East, green space, and a settled community with above-average older-resident numbers, it's worth exploring further.
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VerifiedNestled in the serene neighbourhood of St Cross, Winchester, Brendoncare Meadway is a warm and welcoming care home that offers residential care for up to 13 residents. It also provides respite care…
from £1450/wk
VerifiedBrendoncare Meadway is a small charity-run care home in Winchester, Hampshire, offering residential, respite and end-of-life care across 13 rooms with gardens.
from £1450/wk
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VerifiedTucked away in the tranquil countryside village of Stroud, you'll find Stroud House, a care home managed by Southdowns Care. This establishment is renowned for its exceptional residential, dementia,…
from £1200/wk
VerifiedLatham Lodge is a Caring Homes nursing and residential home in Purbrook, Portsmouth, offering residential, nursing and palliative care with en-suite rooms and gardens.
from £1025/wk
VerifiedHartwood House is a luxury Cinnamon Care home in a Grade II listed building in Lyndhurst, in the New Forest, offering residential, dementia, respite and nurse-supported care across 50 en-suite rooms.
from £1450/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Dorset, St Ives House is a modern care home that offers 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each featuring an en-suite wet room and a round-the-clock call bell for the utmost in…
from £1545/wk
VerifiedNestled between Chandler’s Ford and Winchester, Brendoncare Otterbourne is a generously proportioned care home in Hampshire, offering a variety of specialised care packages tailored to individual…
from £1650/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Crompton, Winchester, the recently inaugurated Shawford Springs care home is a haven for the elderly, offering residential, dementia, and respite care. This esteemed…
from £1450/wk
VerifiedTucked away in the picturesque landscape of Liss, within the stunning county of Hampshire, you'll find the charming Blenheim Court Care Home. This delightful residence offers 60 private en suite…
from £1600/wk
VerifiedJust a brief journey from the heart of Winchester, you'll find Winchester Heights, a premium care home dedicated to providing top-notch residential, dementia, nursing, respite, and palliative care…
from £1302/wk
VerifiedTucked away in the scenic landscapes of Petersfield, Downs House is a heartwarming care home renowned for its exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care services for the local community and…
from £1200/wk
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Nestled within a stone's throw of the vibrant Basingstoke town centre, St Thomas Care Home is a sanctuary offering top-tier dementia and respite care. This beautifully transformed Victorian residence…
from £1330/wk
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Nestled on the fringes of the vibrant market town of Fareham, Woodland Court presents itself as a delightful three-tiered care home, specialising in residential, dementia, and respite care. This…
from £1000/wk
VerifiedPerched on a hill in the charming city of Winchester, the meticulously designed St Giles View offers breathtaking views of the South Downs. This Brendoncare establishment provides top-notch nursing,…
from £1650/wk
VerifiedSituated close to the famous Canoe Lake in Portsmouth, the Bluebell Nursing Home, managed by the Eleanor Healthcare Group, provides a warm and inviting sanctuary for up to 49 residents. A committed…
from £1200/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the charming market town of Fareham, conveniently located between the bustling cities of Portsmouth and Southampton, you'll find Florence Court. This exceptional care home,…
from £1416/wk
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Tucked away between the verdant surroundings of Denmead and the lively town of Waterlooville, you'll find Wellington Vale, a bespoke care home that's part of the esteemed Cinnamon Care collection.…
from £1425/wk
VerifiedNestled in the charming market town of Waterlooville, Pear Tree Court is a sanctuary offering comprehensive 24-hour care, including residential, dementia, nursing, nursing dementia, respite, and end…
from £1499/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the charming market town of Petersfield, Hampshire, you'll find Steep House Nursing Home, a warm and welcoming haven for the elderly. This home offers a comprehensive range of…
from £1300/wk
Is Hampshire a good retirement location?
Hampshire suits families seeking a mature, reasonably well-provided retirement area in the South East. The county's older population is above the national average at 22.4% (compared to 18.6% nationally), suggesting established services and peer community. Provision is plentiful — 61 care homes with a mix of sizes — though you'll need to check individual homes' location and quality, as ratings vary. It works well for those wanting to stay close to family in or near major towns, or to access larger cities by rail or road.
Health & support
- Medical access: GPs, pharmacies and hospitals are distributed across the county; access depends on which part of Hampshire you choose — speak to individual homes about nearest facilities.
- Safety: Recorded crime is low at 2 offences in the recorded period; the most common offences are vehicle crime and violent crime, both manageable figures for a county of this size.
- Family & connection: Hampshire's scale means family members may live within the county or nearby; consider how close your support network is to your chosen town or village.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly fees for Hampshire care homes vary across the 61 homes listed; you'll want to compare quotes directly, as provision ranges from smaller homes to larger schemes that may price differently.
- Transport: Major rail links connect Hampshire towns to London and other South East cities; bus networks exist, but ease of travel depends on your chosen location within the county.
- Housing options: A range of 61 care homes with bed counts from roughly 13 to 104 offers choice in scale, though availability in your preferred town or area will vary.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Hampshire's South East location offers access to countryside, parks and walking; pubs and social venues exist, though you'll want to check what's within reach of your chosen home.
- Community: Social groups and peer networks are likely given the above-average older-resident population; ask individual homes about on-site or nearby memory cafés and activities.
- Climate: The South East generally experiences moderate UK weather with mild winters and warm summers, though rainfall is fairly distributed year-round.
Things to weigh up
- Variation in home quality: Nine homes are rated as requiring improvement and seven not yet inspected; carefully review CQC ratings and visit any home you're seriously considering.
- Wide geographic spread: Hampshire is large, and care-home quality and local amenities vary significantly by town; pinpointing the right location matters as much as the county itself.