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Residential care homes in Cranbrook

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There are 2 residential care homes in and around Cranbrook on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,295 a week, while Kent usually pays £1,187. The largest is Iden Manor Nursing Home, with 51 beds. The most recent inspection was at Iden Manor Nursing Home in September 2022.

care homes
2
typical residential fee
£1,295/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Kent council pays
£1,187/wk

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Cranbrook

Care homes in Cranbrook (2)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Cranbrook in numbers

The average residential care home in Cranbrook costs about £1,295/week, while Kent’s published usual rate is around £1,187/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £108/week (about £5,616/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 Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Residential care homes listed2
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 2 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,295
Kent usual weekly rate (2025)£1,187
LargestIden Manor Nursing Home (51 beds)
Most recently inspectedIden Manor Nursing Home (September 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 1 · Respite 2
Average house price, Tunbridge Wells (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£445,133
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Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Cranbrook£1,295/wk
  • Nursing, Cranbrook£1,295/wk
  • Kent average£1,379/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Kent usual rate£1,187/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Kent. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Kent'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 Tunbridge Wells

The average house price in Tunbridge Wells is £445,133, 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
£445,133
Detached
£848,254
Semi-detached
£491,869
Terraced
£397,315
Flats & maisonettes
£253,309

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 Cranbrook

  • 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 91% 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 June 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime3
  • Vehicle crime1
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, Jun 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.

Community & connection in Cranbrook

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

Charity

Mccabe Day Centre Group

Provision of lunches and other social activity for older people

2.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1015413)
Charity

Age Concern Cranbrook and District

Seeks to enhance quality of life for the elderly. all funds raised are applied for the benefit of the local community.

2.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1014867)
Charity

Tenterden Social Hub and Dementia Centre Limited

Tenterden Day Centre helps elderly, disabled and dementia sufferers to overcome difficulties giving them an opportunity to take part in as many varied activities as possible. Core activities…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122971)
Charity

Age UK Maidstone, Sevenoaks and Tonbridge

We operate a range of services supporting older within the Borough including Day care facilities, Independent Living Service, Foot care, Bathing, Befriending, Exercise and Socialise sessions,…

7.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1062723)

Cranbrook: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+54.8%
Projected change in Tunbridge Wells, 2025 to 2035 (3,897 to 6,032). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+21.4%
Projected change in Tunbridge Wells, 2025 to 2035 (24,364 to 29,567). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
0
Nearest: Staplehurst Pharmacy (2.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
6
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
92.6%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 89.8% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).

Hospices near Cranbrook

  • Hospice in the Weald · 11.5 milesCQC page
  • The Heart of Kent Hospice · 11.7 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page
  • Pilgrims Hospice Ashford · 14 milesCQC Outstanding (report published October 2025). CQC page

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

Is Cranbrook a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Cranbrook

Cranbrook is a settled retirement area, with a 20.5% share of residents aged 65 and over — above the national average of 18.6%. The town's quiet character and safety record appeal to older adults seeking a slower pace, though you'll want to research the local care-home market directly to compare fees, quality and vacancy. It's not a major retirement hub, so housing options and specialist services may be more limited than in larger retirement destinations.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Several GP surgeries serve the town; pharmacies are within the community. The nearest hospital will depend on your specific location in or near Cranbrook, so check distances to the relevant emergency and acute-care units.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was very low at 4 offences, with no single category dominating. Cranbrook is a safe place to live.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether family and friends are close enough to visit regularly, and whether local social networks matter to your wellbeing in later life.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Check local care-home fees directly; broad regional costs in South East England tend to run above the national average, so factor this into your budget.
  • Transport: Bus services connect Cranbrook to nearby towns and cities. The area is moderately walkable for daily errands; car ownership or access to transport is useful for wider mobility.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operates in the area. Visit and compare a few to understand what's available, how full they are, and what each charges.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Cranbrook has local parks and countryside nearby, suitable for gentle walks. Community groups and clubs exist locally; ask care homes or the town council what activities and social groups are active.
  • Community: Memory cafés and social groups for older adults are often advertised through local GP surgeries and care providers. Check what's on offer before you move.
  • Climate: South East England has a mild, temperate climate with changeable weather year-round — typical for southern Britain.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited retirement market: Cranbrook is not a major retirement destination, so the choice of care homes and specialist older-adult services may be smaller than in larger retirement towns. Visit and book well ahead.
  • Regional care costs: South East England care fees often exceed the national average. Budget carefully and ask homes for a full breakdown of what's included.

Questions about care homes in Cranbrook

How many residential care homes are there in Cranbrook?

AskBart lists 2 residential care homes in and around Cranbrook, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in Cranbrook rated?

Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do residential care homes in Cranbrook cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,295 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 Cranbrook?

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 Cranbrook?

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

Thinking about downsizing to an independent community?Explore retirement living in CranbrookPrefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Cranbrook

Near Cranbrook

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: Tony Grist, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons