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Care homes in Egham

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There are 6 care homes in and around Egham on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,348 a week, while Surrey usually pays £952. The largest is Virginia Water Care Home, with 92 beds.

care homes
6
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
67%
typical residential fee
£1,348/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Surrey council pays
£952/wk

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Care homes in Egham (6)

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1 in Egham, 5 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
MerlewoodGood · May 2019On request542.9 mi—1.4 mi
Moor House Residential Care HomeGood · Jul 2023On request254.3 mi—2.5 mi
Queen Elizabeth Care CentreRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request744.1 mi—0.1 mi
Rivermede Court Care HomeGood£1,450804.0 mi—1.5 mi
The Manor Care HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request654.8 mi—2.3 mi
Virginia Water Care HomeGood£1,246922.2 mi—2.0 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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Egham in numbers

67% of Egham’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 6 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Egham costs about £1,348/week, while Surrey’s published usual rate is around £952/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £396/week (about £20,592/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 Surrey council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed6
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 6 (67%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,348
Surrey usual weekly rate (2025)£952
LargestVirginia Water Care Home (92 beds)
Most recently inspectedMoor House Residential Care Home (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 4 · Respite 2
Average house price, Runnymede (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£489,116
Good4
Requires improvement2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Egham£1,348/wk
  • Dementia, Egham£1,348/wk
  • Surrey average£1,428/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Surrey usual rate£952/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Surrey. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Surrey'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 September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Runnymede

The average house price in Runnymede is £489,116, 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
£489,116
Detached
£914,477
Semi-detached
£501,866
Terraced
£437,768
Flats & maisonettes
£258,862

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 Egham

Egham is a commuter-friendly South East town with a slightly above-average older population and reasonable green space. It's convenient for London workers and their families, but care provision is limited and worth checking carefully before committing.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 41% 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 & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

68 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime29
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Public order7
  • Burglary5
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 Egham

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

Charity

The Orchard Dementia Centre

We provide day centre care for the those living with all forms of dementia; from early onset through to advanced stages. Activities and the environment are designed to provide stimulation to our…

3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1168801)
Charity

Ascot District Day Centre Trust

The Ascot District Day Centre provides a place to which the elderly of the district may spend the day (10.00 to 15.30) partaking of the various activities on offer and receive a healthy lunch as…

4.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (269845)
Charity

Age Concern Windsor

The charity promotes the relief and well being of elderly people in and around Dedworth, Windsor in the county of Berkshire.

4.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1177688)
Charity

Chertsey & Addlestone Good Neighbours

We support residents living within our boundaries, which are Chertsey, Addlestone, Ottershaw, and Lyne. We can provide transport to medical appointments, local day centres and also assist with…

5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1199708)
Charity

Spelthorne Dementia Support

Weekly Memory Cafe and carers cafe at Greeno Centre.A buddy support system for families.Coach trips for members and their carers, plus boat trips for wheelchair users.Musical evenings and…

5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165346)
Charity

Runnymede Dementia Carers Support Group Cio

Dementia Carers Support Group was set up in Runnymede to look after and give respite to carers caring for sufferers of all forms of Dementia. The group runs two drop-in centres weekly and other…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1204233)

Egham: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+39%
Projected change in Runnymede, 2025 to 2035 (2,516 to 3,498). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+17.9%
Projected change in Runnymede, 2025 to 2035 (16,046 to 18,914). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Kings Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
10
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
10.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
2–10 out of 10
Where the 10 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 3 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Egham

  • Thames Hospice · 6.9 milesCQC Outstanding (report published August 2026). CQC page
  • Harlington Hospice · 7.5 milesCQC Good (report published April 2026). CQC page
  • Woking Hospice · 7.7 milesCQC Good (report published March 2020). CQC page

Hospitals near Egham

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

Is Egham a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Egham

Egham suits families seeking a quieter base near London rather than a dedicated retirement destination. The older population share (19.2%) is only marginally above the national average, suggesting it's not yet a major retirement hub. Care-home choice is limited here, so early research and visits are essential. It works well if you want proximity to family in commuter-belt suburbs and have the flexibility to travel slightly for specialist services.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Several GP surgeries serve the area; a pharmacy is available locally. The nearest major hospital is within reach, though you may need to travel to surrounding towns for some emergency services.
  • Safety: Recorded crime is very low: 2 offences reported in the most recent month (April 2026). The area is generally quiet.
  • Family & connection: Egham's commuter location means many adult children may live within an hour's drive. Consider how close your own support network is, and whether you'd value that proximity.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in this South East location are likely to be at or above the national average. Confirm current pricing with local providers early, as choice is limited.
  • Transport: Good road links to London and nearby towns; reasonable local bus services. The area is car-dependent for some journeys, though not entirely walkable for all errands.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision is modest. A limited number of dedicated retirement homes operate locally, so availability and choice are tighter than in larger retirement areas.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: One public park and one allotment scheme provide modest outdoor access. A handful of restaurants, cafes and pubs support social eating and meeting.
  • Community: Limited specialised social groups or memory cafés are recorded locally. You may need to travel to nearby larger towns for wider community activities and support networks.
  • Climate: South East England has a mild, temperate climate with moderate rainfall and reasonable winter conditions compared to northern regions.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only a small number of homes are available, so options may be restricted and availability uncertain. Visit and book well in advance.
  • Above-average care costs: South East location typically means fees higher than the national average. Budget carefully and confirm all fees and contracts upfront.
  • Modest social infrastructure: Fewer formal community groups and cafés than larger retirement areas. You'll rely more on informal networks or travel to larger towns for organised activities.

Questions about care homes in Egham

How many care homes are there in Egham?

There are 6 care homes listed in and around Egham on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Egham cost?

Care homes in Egham range from around £1,246 to around £1,450 per week, with averages of £1,348 for residential, £1,348 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Egham compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Egham is about £1,348 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Egham are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

4 of the 6 care homes in and around Egham are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Egham?

Homes in and around Egham offer dementia (4), residential (4), nursing (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Egham?

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

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

Guides for families

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