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Dementia care homes in Swanley

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There are 5 dementia care homes in and around Swanley on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,524 a week, while Kent usually pays £1,187. The largest is Emerson Grange Care Home, with 85 beds.

care homes
5
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,524/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Kent council pays
£1,187/wk

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Swanley

Care homes in Swanley (5)

★ With family reviews

3 in Swanley, 2 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Not rated

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Baycroft Grays Farm Road Care HomeGood£1,330753.7 mi—2.9 mi
Birchwood Heights Care Home—On request774.5 mi—0.5 mi
Eglantine Villa Care HomeOutstanding£1,230493.5 mi—2.9 mi
Emerson Grange Care HomeGood£1,590853.6 mi—1.2 mi
Nesbit House Care HomeGood£1,652604.4 mi—4.5 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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Swanley in numbers

The average residential care home in Swanley costs about £1,524/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 £337/week (about £17,524/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

Dementia care homes listed5
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 4 (100%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,524
Kent usual weekly rate (2025)£1,187
LargestEmerson Grange Care Home (85 beds)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 5 · Dementia 5 · Respite 4
Average house price, Sevenoaks (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£543,081
Outstanding1
Good3
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Swanley£1,524/wk
  • Nursing, Swanley£1,451/wk
  • Dementia, Swanley£1,451/wk
  • Sevenoaks average£1,514/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 Sevenoaks. 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.

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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 Sevenoaks

The average house price in Sevenoaks is £543,081, 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
£543,081
Detached
£1,017,388
Semi-detached
£542,756
Terraced
£429,801
Flats & maisonettes
£283,224

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 Swanley

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 43% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

135 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime46
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Other theft16
  • Criminal damage & arson9
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 Swanley

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

Charity

The Cottage Community

The Cottage Community is an independent registered charity providing a day centre and hot meals, lunch clubs, activities, transport and shopping trips for elderly and vulnerable clients, resident…

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1180662)
Charity

Age Concern Orpington & District

Age Concern Orpington is a charity to offer day care and support to the elderly and physically and mentally frail in the Orpington area.

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1148958)
Charity

Carers' Support (Bexley)

Provides respite care at home for carers, enabling a carer to take a break while the person they look after remains in their own home where their usual routines can continue. We also provide…

3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1075801)
Charity

Stroke Care International

The advancement Of health and saving of lives of elderly and people with disability through training, advice and support both at home and at a designated centre. Organising basic health checks.…

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176508)
Charity

Age UK Bexley

To promote the relief of elderly people in and around the London Borough of Bexley.

6.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1088399)
Charity

Age Concern Bromley

Age Concern Bromley, (trading name Age UK Bromley & Greenwich) provides a range of services, projects, emotional and practical support to older people, their relatives and carers. It also…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1060861)

Swanley: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+48.8%
Projected change in Sevenoaks, 2025 to 2035 (4,344 to 6,464). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+16.3%
Projected change in Sevenoaks, 2025 to 2035 (27,502 to 31,976). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Asda Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
6
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.1%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 87.5% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
12.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–10 out of 10
Where the 15 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Swanley

  • Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice · 6.5 milesCQC Good (report published December 2022). CQC page
  • Ellenor Gravesend · 7.9 milesCQC page
  • St Christopher's Hospice · 10.3 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Swanley

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

Is Swanley a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Swanley

Swanley suits those seeking a quieter South East location with reasonable everyday services and green space nearby. The over-65 population is slightly higher than the national average, suggesting an established retirement community. However, choice and cost of care homes, plus transport links to family support, will be personal deciding factors. This is a solid rather than exceptional option — weigh it carefully against your priorities.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You'll need to confirm current GP surgeries and the nearest pharmacy; the nearest hospital emergency care is in the wider South East network, so transport and distance should be verified with your healthcare provider.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in April 2026 was 135 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and other theft as the most common categories. This is a baseline to compare against other areas you're considering.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are — distance to regular visits and help will shape your experience significantly.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: You'll need to request current care home fees from local providers; compare them against the national average and your budget. Swanley's regional position in the South East means affordability varies widely.
  • Transport: Bus and local road links connect Swanley to nearby towns; verify rail access and journey times to family or key destinations before committing.
  • Housing options: Swanley has care home provision, but the range and availability of homes should be checked directly with local operators and your care adviser.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Swanley offers 14 parks and 5 allotments, plus 23 restaurants and cafes and 6 pubs — a reasonable foundation for getting out and socialising. Walking and outdoor interests can be well supported.
  • Community: With slightly more residents aged 65 and over than the national average, there should be social groups and community activities; check locally for memory cafés and support networks.
  • Climate: South East England enjoys a mild, temperate climate with moderate rainfall — typical for the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour featured in the recorded crime figures; check how this compares to other areas and how your potential home addresses safety.
  • Care home choice: Verify the actual number and types of care homes available locally — limited choice may mean higher fees or less flexibility.
  • Transport to family: Swanley's transport links should be weighed against how far your family members live and how easily they can visit or provide support.

Questions about care homes in Swanley

How many dementia care homes are there in Swanley?

AskBart lists 5 dementia care homes in and around Swanley, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are dementia care homes in Swanley rated?

Of the 4 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do dementia care homes in Swanley cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,451 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between dementia care homes in Swanley?

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.

Weighing up your options in Swanley?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Swanley

Near Swanley

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

Guides for families

More in our dementia care guides.

Header photo: David Anstiss, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons