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Care homes in Horley

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There are 4 care homes in and around Horley on AskBart. 33% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,376 a week, while Surrey usually pays £952. The largest is Greensand House Care Home, with 76 beds.

care homes
4
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
33%
typical residential fee
£1,376/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Surrey council pays
£952/wk

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Horley

Care homes in Horley (4)

★ With family reviews

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

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance
Amherst House Care HomeGood£1,595603.1 mi—0.1 mi
Greensand House Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,200760.7 mi—2.5 mi
Smallbrook Care HomeRequires improvement · May 2024On request413.5 mi—0.4 mi
Wykeham House Care HomeRequires improvement£1,332763.4 mi—0.4 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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Horley in numbers

The average residential care home in Horley costs about £1,376/week, while Surrey’s published usual rate is around £952/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £424/week (about £22,048/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 listed4
Rated Good or Outstanding1 of 3 (33%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,376
Surrey usual weekly rate (2025)£952
LargestGreensand House Care Home (76 beds)
Most recently inspectedSmallbrook Care Home (August 2019)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 4 · Respite 4
Average house price, Reigate and Banstead (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£480,481
Good1
Requires improvement2
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Horley£1,376/wk
  • Nursing, Horley£1,464/wk
  • Dementia, Horley£1,376/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.

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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 Reigate and Banstead

The average house price in Reigate and Banstead is £480,481, 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
£480,481
Detached
£916,670
Semi-detached
£538,541
Terraced
£427,920
Flats & maisonettes
£267,826

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 Horley

Horley is a South East England town with slightly more older residents than the national average, suggesting an established retirement community. It has two care homes on the directory, though choice is limited and quality varies — one is rated good, one requires improvement. It suits families seeking a medium-sized town with reasonable services and green space, though you'll want to check individual home standards carefully.

Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 22% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

215 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime53
  • Shoplifting35
  • Anti-social behaviour33
  • Possession of weapons21
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 Horley

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

Charity

The Forget Me Not's (Crawley)

The Forget Me Nots ensure no carer, loved one, friend or family member of someone living with dementia in Crawley and surrounding area would ever feel alone. We exist to provide friendship, help,…

4.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1173729)
Charity

Age Concern Bletchingley

Lunch Club for the elderly on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month andTransport to doctors' surgery, hospital,dentist and shopping for the elderly residents of Bletchingley

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (262559)
Charity

Age Concern Voluntary Association for the Elderly Merstham, Redhill and Reigate

Provide a range of services for older people, including a day centre 4 x weekly, men's shed, befriending service, social outings, alliance with Citizens Advice Service, access to legal advice,…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1173649)
Charity

Dementia First

To provide a day care facility for people with Dementia and provide respite for their carers

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1172242)
Charity

Being Neighbourly

To support our Neighbours in and around East Grinstead, West Sussex, to engage / re-engage with their community, to reduce isolation and loneliness, improve mental wellbeing and support those in…

7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1205015)
Charity

Age UK East Grinstead & District

AGEUKEG and District's area of benefit encompasses the town of East Grinstead and the surrounding villages.It operates four main services:Dementia Respite Services, Day/Activity Centre Services,…

7.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1127168)

Horley: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+50.9%
Projected change in Reigate and Banstead, 2025 to 2035 (4,626 to 6,982). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+20.2%
Projected change in Reigate and Banstead, 2025 to 2035 (29,018 to 34,875). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Horley Pharmacy (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
9
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
11.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–10 out of 10
Where the 16 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Horley

  • St Catherine's Hospice · 6.3 milesCQC Outstanding (report published July 2016). CQC page
  • St. Raphaels Hospice · 14.3 milesCQC Good (report published April 2020). CQC page

Hospitals near Horley

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

Is Horley a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Horley

Horley is a moderately sized retirement area with a slightly higher proportion of residents aged 65+ than England overall (19.2% vs 18.6%), indicating it's an established later-life destination. It offers basic town amenities, reasonable green space, and social outlets, but care-home choice is limited to two homes of different quality standards. It suits people who value accessible services and a quieter town setting over a large selection of specialist retirement housing — and who are willing to weigh individual homes closely.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Horley has access to local GP and pharmacy services typical of a South East town; the nearest major hospital is within reasonable reach via the main road network.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the most recent reporting period stood at 215 offences, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour among the most common categories — in line with many South East towns of this size.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your own family are: Horley's size and South East location mean good road links to London and other major centres, but weigh whether you'll see relatives often enough.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees are not itemised in the data; compare individual homes' charges against the national average weekly fee to judge affordability for your budget.
  • Transport: Horley has road access to the wider South East; bus services connect the town locally. Rail links to nearby cities are available, though distances depend on your chosen location within or near the town.
  • Housing options: Two care homes are listed on the directory, ranging from roughly 60 to 76 beds each — a limited choice, so early enquiry and visiting both is advisable.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Eighteen parks and two allotments offer outdoor activities and walking. Thirty-one restaurants and cafes, plus 16 pubs and bars, provide social eating and drinking spots; three supermarkets serve everyday shopping.
  • Community: Horley's size supports local groups and cafes where older people connect; ask individual care homes about memory cafes, befriending schemes and outings they organise.
  • Climate: South East England has a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers — typical of southern England, though rain and grey days are common.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited home choice: Only two care homes are listed, and one requires improvement by CQC standards — early research and multiple visits are essential to find a home that meets your needs.
  • Crime levels: Recorded crime includes violent offences and anti-social behaviour; check local police data and speak to residents or families already in the town to understand how this affects daily life.

Questions about care homes in Horley

How many care homes are there in Horley?

There are 4 care homes listed in and around Horley 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 Horley cost?

Care homes in Horley range from around £1,200 to around £1,595 per week, with averages of £1,376 for residential, £1,376 for dementia, £1,464 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Horley is about £1,376 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

1 of the 4 care homes in and around Horley 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 Horley?

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

Weighing up your options in Horley?

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

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

Near Horley

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

Header photo: Ian Capper, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons