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Dementia care homes in Chinnor

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There is 1 dementia care home in and around Chinnor on AskBart. The largest is Old School House, with 12 beds. The most recent inspection was at Old School House in July 2019.

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Care homes in Chinnor (1)

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Chinnor in numbers

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

Dementia care homes listed1
Rated Good or Outstanding1 of 1 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Buckinghamshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,188
LargestOld School House (12 beds)
Most recently inspectedOld School House (July 2019)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Dementia 1
Average house price, South Oxfordshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£474,283
Good1
Average weekly fees
  • Oxfordshire average£1,383/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Oxfordshire. 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

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

House prices in South Oxfordshire

The average house price in South Oxfordshire is £474,283, 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
£474,283
Detached
£776,179
Semi-detached
£454,209
Terraced
£372,583
Flats & maisonettes
£238,779

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 Chinnor

  • 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 61% 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

31 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime18
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Public order4
  • Other 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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.

Community & connection in Chinnor

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

Charity

Thame Senior Friendship Centre

Social interaction, for frail and or socially isolated older people,providing help and support to vulnerable older adults. A hot two course meal is provided. Activities include , quizzes, bingo,…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1039978)
Charity

Bourne End &district U3a

The advancement of education, and in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work, by all means including associated activities conducive to learning and…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1178428)
Charity

Age Concern Prestwood and Great Kingshill

We run a luncheon club every tuesday in month except first tuesday and during August. We occasionally provide extra entertainment for our members.

7.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (249662)

Chinnor: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+59.6%
Projected change in South Oxfordshire, 2025 to 2035 (5,085 to 8,115). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+26.2%
Projected change in South Oxfordshire, 2025 to 2035 (33,853 to 42,729). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Chinnor Pharmacy (0.4 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
0
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.5%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 90.3% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
7–9 out of 10
Where the 4 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Chinnor

  • South Bucks Hospice · 9.1 milesCQC Good (report published August 2022). CQC page
  • Sue Ryder palliative Care Hub- South Oxfordshire · 11 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page
  • The Hospice of St Francis · 13.7 milesCQC Outstanding (report published September 2016). CQC page

Hospitals near Chinnor

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 Chinnor a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Chinnor

Chinnor suits people who want to stay rooted in a lively, mixed town with strong shops, cafes and pubs, rather than move to a dedicated retirement zone. The below-average over-65 population (18.3% vs the national 18.6%) means fewer retirement-specific services, so good family nearby is an asset. Care-home fees and availability are worth checking directly with local providers; the region's South East location typically commands higher costs than the national average.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Verify the count and location of GP surgeries and pharmacies with your GP's practice or local council; South East England generally has good access to primary care and hospital services.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 324 offences, with violent crime, shoplifting and bicycle theft the most common types — broadly in line with many busy South East towns, though worth weighing against your own comfort.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether close family or friends are within regular visiting distance; in a mixed-age town, your own network may matter more than retirement-community groups.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: South East England care-home fees typically run above the national average; obtain current quotes from local homes to judge affordability against your budget.
  • Transport: Chinnor has good road links and rail connections to nearby cities; the town itself is walkable for everyday shopping and services.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operate locally; verify availability and types (residential, dementia-specialist, respite) directly with providers, as choice can vary.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Chinnor has 31 parks and 11 allotments, plus 267 restaurants and cafes and 85 pubs and bars, offering plenty of outdoor walks and social dining options.
  • Community: A mixed-age town means retirement-specific groups may be fewer; look into memory cafés, hobby clubs and local groups through the parish council or care homes themselves.
  • Climate: South East England is milder than much of the UK, with moderate rainfall and well-lit winters — typical for the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Below-average over-65 population: Fewer retirement-focussed services and social groups than established retirement destinations; your wellbeing may depend more on family nearby or on choosing a care home with strong activities.
  • South East costs: Care-home fees and housing in the region are above the national average; factor this into your budget.

Questions about care homes in Chinnor

How many dementia care homes are there in Chinnor?

AskBart lists 1 dementia care home in and around Chinnor, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are dementia care homes in Chinnor 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 Chinnor?

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.

Near Chinnor

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

Guides for families

More in our dementia care guides.