Nestled near the serene River Medway, The Poplars is a delightful care home located in the heart of Maidstone, the county town of Kent. Just a stone's throw…
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Nursing homes in Aylesford
There are 4 nursing homes in and around Aylesford on AskBart. 25% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, December 2021). The largest is The Poplars Care Home, with 57 beds.
Key facts: Aylesford
| Nursing homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 4 (25%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 3 |
| Kent usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,187 |
| Largest | The Poplars Care Home (57 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated December 2021. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Aylesford
Low Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 88% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on Kent data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Kent data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Kent data (town-level not yet available)
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
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Care homes in Aylesford on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (4)
0 in Aylesford, 4 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Lukestone is a Nellsar care home in Maidstone, Kent, specialising in nursing dementia care across 42 rooms in a Victorian building with secure gardens.
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Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home is a 44-bed care home in Maidstone, Kent, providing nursing care for people with dementia.
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Glenhurst Lodge
CQC Good
Glenhurst Lodge is a 23-bed care home in Maidstone, Kent, operated by Bramley Health.
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What care costs in Aylesford
Dementia (avg)
£1,250/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,250/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Tonbridge and Malling
The average house price in Tonbridge and Malling is £405,932, 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
- £405,932
- Detached
- £691,497
- Semi-detached
- £423,412
- Terraced
- £342,154
- Flats & maisonettes
- £223,053
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 Aylesford
Nursing homes
4 in AylesfordDementia care homes
4 in AylesfordRespite care
2 in AylesfordCommon questions
How many nursing homes are there in Aylesford?
AskBart lists 4 nursing homes in and around Aylesford, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in Aylesford rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 3 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do nursing homes in Aylesford cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,250 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between nursing homes in Aylesford?
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 "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Aylesford?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Aylesford:
Near Aylesford
- Nursing homes in Maidstone (7)
- Nursing homes in Staplehurst (3)
- Nursing homes in Hartley (3)
- Nursing homes in Sittingbourne (3)
- Nursing homes in Southborough (5)
- Nursing homes in Royal Tunbridge Wells (4)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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