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Care homes in Hythe

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There are 11 care homes in and around Hythe on AskBart. 90% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). The largest is Martello Manor Hythe Limited, with 70 beds. The most recent inspection was at Saltwood Care Centre in April 2022.

care homes
11
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
90%

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Hythe

Care homes in Hythe (11)

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All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance
Abbey Lodge Residential HomeGood · Feb 2019On request259.7 mi—1.3 mi
Balgowan Nursing HomeGood · Jan 2020On request408.2 mi—0.6 mi
Cornerways Residential HomeGood · Jan 2020On request208.9 mi—0.3 mi
Elm Lea Residential Care HomeGood · May 2018On request158.2 mi—0.5 mi
Highfield Residential Care HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2026On request319.6 mi—1.1 mi
Hythe ViewGood · Jul 2017On request408.3 mi—0.3 mi
Martello Manor Hythe Limited—On request708.5 mi—0.4 mi
Saltwood Care CentreGood · May 2022On request688.8 mi—0.4 mi
St Margarets Nursing HomeGood · Jan 2021On request258.9 mi—0.3 mi
Tynwald Residential HomeGood · Apr 2020On request268.8 mi—0.2 mi
Villa MariaGood · Jun 2018On request339.3 mi—0.8 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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Hythe in numbers

90% of Hythe’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 10 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

What Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed11
Rated Good or Outstanding9 of 10 (90%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Kent usual weekly rate (2025)£1,187
LargestMartello Manor Hythe Limited (70 beds)
Most recently inspectedSaltwood Care Centre (April 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Dementia 1 · Respite 1
Average house price, Folkestone and Hythe (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£304,717
Good9
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Kent average£1,379/wk
  • UK average£1,716/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. 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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Folkestone and Hythe

The average house price in Folkestone and Hythe is £304,717, 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
£304,717
Detached
£529,498
Semi-detached
£340,965
Terraced
£271,397
Flats & maisonettes
£167,405

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 Hythe

Hythe is a modest South East England town with a slightly above-average share of older residents and a small but established care-home sector. It offers reasonable local amenities and green space, though your choice of homes will be limited and quality varies.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 53% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

47 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime15
  • Shoplifting9
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Public order4
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 Hythe

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

Charity

Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford

Age UK Hythe & Lyminge encourage and enable independence and wellbeing in later life. We aim to reduce social isolation and loneliness, improve the quality of life and reduce financial hardship,…

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1125274)
Charity

'tynwald' Residential Home for the Elderly, Hythe

Provides accommodation and care for the elderly

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (212297)

Hythe: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+58.7%
Projected change in Folkestone and Hythe, 2025 to 2035 (3,915 to 6,212). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+21%
Projected change in Folkestone and Hythe, 2025 to 2035 (29,436 to 35,621). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Eakins Chemist (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
6
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.6 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 8 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Hythe

  • Pilgrims Hospice Ashford · 8.4 milesCQC Outstanding (report published October 2025). CQC page
  • Pilgrims Hospice Canterbury · 14.6 milesCQC Good (report published March 2015). CQC page

Hospitals near Hythe

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

Is Hythe a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Hythe

Hythe suits people seeking a quieter, smaller-town retirement in the South East with access to basic services and outdoor space. The area has a slightly older demographic than the national average, suggesting an established retirement community. However, with only two care homes listed and variable CQC ratings, your options are narrow and require careful vetting. This is a place to choose if you have family or strong roots nearby, not for the breadth of provision.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You will need to confirm the location and opening hours of local GP surgeries and pharmacies; contact the care homes directly for the distance to the nearest hospital accident-and-emergency department.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 47 offences in April 2026, with the most common types being violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. This sits at a moderate level for a South East town.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are; Hythe's smaller size means fewer anonymity and more reliance on personal ties.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in Hythe are not available in the data provided; contact the two homes directly for weekly rates and how they compare to the national average.
  • Transport: Hythe is in the South East; you will need to check local bus services and any rail links to nearby towns or cities. Walkability depends on the specific location within Hythe.
  • Housing options: Two care homes are listed in Hythe, with bed sizes in the range of roughly 59–62 beds each. Choice is limited, so early visits and comparisons are essential.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Hythe has five parks and five allotments, offering reasonable scope for outdoor activity and community gardening. The town also has 30 restaurants and cafés and 12 pubs and bars, supporting social eating out.
  • Community: With restaurants, cafés and pubs available, there are settings for socialising. You should ask the care homes about on-site or local memory cafés, support groups and social activities.
  • Climate: The South East has a temperate maritime climate, generally milder than northern England but prone to damp winters and variable springs.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited home choice: Only two care homes are listed, with one rated 'requires improvement' by the CQC. This narrow selection means less flexibility if your first choice does not suit or becomes unavailable.
  • Small town trade-off: Hythe's modest size brings quietness and community feel, but fewer specialised services, shops and entertainment than larger towns nearby.

Questions about care homes in Hythe

How many care homes are there in Hythe?

There are 11 care homes listed in and around Hythe on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

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

9 of the 11 care homes in and around Hythe 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 Hythe?

Homes in and around Hythe offer dementia (1), residential (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 Hythe offer dementia care?

1 care home in and around Hythe 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 Hythe offer respite care?

Yes — 1 care home in and around Hythe 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 Hythe?

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

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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

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