The Homestead Care Home
CQC Good
Tucked away in the charming West Oxfordshire town of Carterton, you'll find The Homestead, a reputable care home renowned for its exceptional residential,…
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Residential care homes in Carterton
There is 1 residential care home in and around Carterton on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,316 a week, while Oxfordshire usually pays £1,184. The largest is The Homestead Care Home, with 68 beds.
Average residential fee in Carterton: £1,316/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Carterton
| Residential care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,316 |
| Oxfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,184 |
| Largest | The Homestead Care Home (68 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Carterton
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 79% of similar areas
Based on West Oxfordshire data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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
The estimated average residential care fee in Carterton is about £1,316/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Carterton
The average residential care home in Carterton costs about £1,316/week, while Oxfordshire’s published usual rate is around £1,184/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £132/week (≈ £6,864/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Carterton
£1,316/wk
Oxfordshire usual rate
£1,184/wk
Likely top-up gap
£132/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Oxfordshire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Carterton on the map
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Care homes (1)
0 in Carterton, 1 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
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What care costs in Carterton
Residential (avg)
£1,316/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,316/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
Types of care in Carterton
Residential care homes
1 in CartertonDementia care homes
1 in CartertonRespite care
1 in CartertonIs Carterton a good retirement location?
Carterton is a modest-sized town in South East England where just over one in five residents are aged 65 or older—slightly below the national average, suggesting it is not yet an established retirement hub. It suits people who prefer a quieter, close-knit environment and have family nearby, but it's not a destination for those seeking a wide choice of care homes or a vibrant social calendar built around retirement living.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to check specific GP surgery and pharmacy locations locally; the nearest hospital may require travel, so confirm distances before deciding.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 33 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public order offences among the most common—a consideration worth discussing with local providers and your family.
- Family & connection: Think carefully about whether your family are based nearby or willing to travel; in a quieter town, regular visits and local support networks matter more.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check current care-home fees with local providers; comparison against the national average and broader South East pricing will help you budget.
- Transport: Confirm bus and rail links to nearby towns and cities before committing; a quieter location can mean relying on family or paid transport if you don't drive.
- Housing options: Carterton is not a major retirement-care hub, so the range of care homes and schemes may be smaller than in larger towns—visit and speak with providers early.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 9 parks, offering local walking and outdoor space; restaurants, cafes and pubs are modest in number (2 cafes, 3 pubs), so social life relies partly on what care homes or community groups organise.
- Community: Check what social groups, memory cafés and support networks the care homes or local organisations run; in a quieter setting, these become especially important.
- Climate: As a South East England town, expect a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers, typical for the region.
Things to weigh up
- Smaller care-home choice: Carterton is not a major retirement destination, so you'll have fewer homes to choose from—visit early and book ahead if it suits you.
- Limited everyday services: Only one supermarket is listed locally, so check how care homes handle shopping and whether you're comfortable with that level of choice.
- Crime on the higher side: The recorded violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public-order offences warrant an honest conversation with providers and your family about neighbourhood safety.
Common questions
How many residential care homes are there in Carterton?
AskBart lists 1 residential care home in and around Carterton, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Carterton rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Carterton cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,316 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 Carterton?
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.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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