Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
from £1295/wk
Residential care homes in Staplehurst
3 homes
There are 3 residential care homes in and around Staplehurst on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,323 a week, while Kent usually pays £1,187. The largest is Abbotsleigh Care Home, with 61 beds.
- care homes
- 3
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 100%
- typical residential fee
- £1,323/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Kent council pays
- £1,187/wk
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Care homes in Staplehurst (3)
1 in Staplehurst, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
- Good
Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miDistance from the town centre: 0.8 miCQC Good
from £1350/wk
Distance from the town centre: 1.0 miCQC Good
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbotsleigh Care Home | Good | £1,350 | 61 | 7.4 mi | — | 0.8 mi |
| Iden Manor Nursing Home | Good · Jan 2026 | On request | 51 | 9.2 mi | — | 1.0 mi |
| Staplehurst Manor Care Home | Good | £1,295 | 30 | 8.9 mi | — | 0.7 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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Staplehurst in numbers
The average residential care home in Staplehurst costs about £1,323/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 £136/week (about £7,072/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 listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,323 |
| Kent usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,187 |
| Largest | Abbotsleigh Care Home (61 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Iden Manor Nursing Home (September 2022) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 2 · Respite 3 |
| Average house price, Maidstone (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £352,191 |
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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 Maidstone
The average house price in Maidstone is £352,191, 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
- £352,191
- Detached
- £609,810
- Semi-detached
- £377,855
- Terraced
- £294,489
- Flats & maisonettes
- £181,516
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 Staplehurst
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 55% 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
37 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime17
- Anti-social behaviour12
- Criminal damage & arson4
- Other theft3
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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.
Community & connection in Staplehurst
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
0.2 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.
3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1014867)
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,…
5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1062723)
Staplehurst: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+56.8%
Projected change in Maidstone, 2025 to 2035 (5,065 to 7,944). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.9%
Projected change in Maidstone, 2025 to 2035 (36,359 to 44,688). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Staplehurst Pharmacy (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
5
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
95.3%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 67.8% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
7 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
5–8 out of 10
Where the 4 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Hospices near Staplehurst
- The Heart of Kent Hospice · 9.7 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page
- Hospice in the Weald · 9.7 milesCQC page
- Demelza, Hospice Care for Children - Kent · 14.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2026). CQC page
Hospitals near Staplehurst
- Care homes near Maidstone Hospital · A&E · 8.2 miles
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 Staplehurst a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Staplehurst
Staplehurst is a small, established community in Kent with a slightly higher-than-average population of residents aged 65 and over (20.5% vs the national 18.6%). Its appeal lies in a rural, quiet environment and low crime. However, as a village rather than a larger town, it has fewer facilities on the doorstep; suitability depends on how far you're willing to travel for shops, activities and healthcare, and whether you value peace over convenient local services.
Health & support
- Medical access: Check where your nearest GP surgery and pharmacy are located; Staplehurst is within reach of larger medical centres in nearby Kent towns, though you may need to travel for some services.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is very low — only 4 offences recorded in the most recent data period, making it one of the safer rural settings locally.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family and friends are; a village setting can feel isolated if your support network lives at distance.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Compare local care-home fees carefully against the national average to understand whether Staplehurst's provision is cost-neutral or premium for your budget.
- Transport: The village has bus links to nearby market towns and railway access to larger centres; however, day-to-day services are likely car-dependent, so mobility and transport access matter.
- Housing options: Staplehurst has a modest supply of care homes; check availability and whether the mix of provision meets your needs before deciding.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Kent's countryside and local walks are nearby; verify what clubs, groups and leisure activities operate locally or in accessible nearby towns.
- Community: Ask care providers about memory cafés, social groups and organised activities; village communities can be tight-knit but smaller than in larger towns.
- Climate: South East England enjoys a relatively mild climate, though winters are damp and spring can be slow — typical for the region.
Things to weigh up
- Rural trade-off: Village life means lower crime and quiet, but fewer shops, services and entertainments within walking distance — weigh whether you'll drive or rely on others.
- Limited local choice: As a smaller settlement, care-home options may be fewer than in larger nearby towns; start your search early and visit all available homes.
Questions about care homes in Staplehurst
How many residential care homes are there in Staplehurst?
AskBart lists 3 residential care homes in and around Staplehurst, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Staplehurst rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Staplehurst cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,323 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 Staplehurst?
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 Staplehurst?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Staplehurst:
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Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.