Fairways Care Home
CQC Good
Fairways Care Home is a 28-bed care home in New Romney, Kent.
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Dementia care homes in New Romney
There is 1 dementia care home in and around New Romney on AskBart. The largest is Fairways Care Home, with 28 beds. The most recent inspection was at Fairways Care Home in February 2018.
Key facts: New Romney
| Dementia care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Kent usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,187 |
| Largest | Fairways Care Home (28 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Fairways Care Home (February 2018) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in New Romney
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 New Romney on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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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.
Types of care in New Romney
Residential care homes
1 in New RomneyDementia care homes
1 in New RomneyFlood riskFlood warning area nearby
New Romney is near 4 Environment Agency flood warning areas and 3 flood alert areas within 3.1 miles — on the English Channel, New Romney Sewage Arm, Rother and South Coast. A flood warning means flooding to property is expected when one is in force.
This reflects river and coastal flood areas the Environment Agency monitors near the town centre; it does not include surface-water (flash) flooding. For a specific property, check the government’s long-term flood-risk service.
Uses Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Is New Romney a good retirement location?
New Romney suits people seeking a quiet, established retirement area with a seaside flavour and lower crime. The older-resident share (20.5%) is above the national average, signalling a settled retirement community. However, care-home provision is limited, so choice and local competition may be constrained compared to larger towns. Families should check what homes are available before committing to the area.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; the nearest hospital with accident and emergency is several miles away in a larger centre — check your likely care needs and transport to hospital before moving.
- Safety: Recorded crime is very low: just 4 offences reported locally in the latest period, well below typical town figures.
- Family & connection: Consider how often family can visit by car or public transport, and whether your support network can reach you from where they live.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home weekly fees in the South East are generally above the national average; obtain current quotes from homes in New Romney itself to compare.
- Transport: The town is served by local buses and has rail links to nearby larger towns and cities; it is walkable in the centre but car-dependent for some trips outside town.
- Housing options: A modest range of care homes operates locally; availability and specialisms (dementia, nursing) may be limited, so early enquiry is wise.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The seafront and nearby coastal walks offer outdoor recreation; local clubs and groups cater to older residents.
- Community: Memory cafés and social support networks exist, though scale is smaller than in larger towns.
- Climate: The South East coast experiences a relatively mild climate with moderate rainfall, though winters can be damp.
Things to weigh up
- Limited choice of homes: With modest local provision, your preferred home may have a waiting list or may not offer the care level you need — research early.
- Distance to major hospital: A serious medical emergency will mean travel time to the nearest large hospital; confirm this is manageable for your health situation.
- Regional care costs: South East care fees are above the national average; budget accordingly and compare quotes carefully.
Common questions
How many dementia care homes are there in New Romney?
AskBart lists 1 dementia care home in and around New Romney, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in New Romney rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in New Romney?
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 "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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