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Distance from the town centre: 0.6 miCQC Good
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Care homes offering respite care in Leatherhead
4 homes
There are 4 care homes offering respite care in and around Leatherhead on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,640 a week, while Surrey usually pays £952. The largest is Liberham Lodge Care Home, with 70 beds.
- care homes
- 4
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 100%
- typical residential fee
- £1,640/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Surrey council pays
- £952/wk
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Care homes in Leatherhead (4)
3 in Leatherhead, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
Distance from the town centre: 0.6 miCQC Good
from £1663/wk
Distance from the town centre: 1.1 miCQC Good
from £1482/wk
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Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCQC Good
from £1775/wk
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartfield House Care Home | Good | £1,663 | 62 | 3.4 mi | — | 0.6 mi |
| Liberham Lodge Care Home | Good | £1,775 | 70 | 6.0 mi | — | 2.8 mi |
| Milner House Care Home | Good | £1,482 | 46 | 2.4 mi | — | 1.1 mi |
| The Beeches | Good · Dec 2025 | On request | 54 | 2.9 mi | — | 0.6 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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Leatherhead in numbers
The average residential care home in Leatherhead costs about £1,640/week, while Surrey’s published usual rate is around £952/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £688/week (about £35,776/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 offering respite care listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 4 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,640 |
| Surrey usual weekly rate (2025) | £952 |
| Largest | Liberham Lodge Care Home (70 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | The Beeches (April 2019) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 4 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 4 · Respite 4 |
| Average house price, Mole Valley (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £540,160 |
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Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Mole Valley. 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 November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Mole Valley
The average house price in Mole Valley is £540,160, 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
- £540,160
- Detached
- £963,059
- Semi-detached
- £548,710
- Terraced
- £439,432
- Flats & maisonettes
- £279,267
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 Leatherhead
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 34% 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 & CommunityB
Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
144 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime49
- Anti-social behaviour29
- Public order14
- Shoplifting13
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 Leatherhead
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Mid Surrey Dementia Care Trust
We operate the Conservatory Club, attached to Fairfield Centre, Leatherhead, where we run a managed social club for up to 8 people with memory difficulties each day, between 10.00 - 3.00pm, Monday…
1.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1051814)
Charity
Age Concern Epsom & Ewell
To improve the lives of older people in the Borough of Epsom and Ewell. Services include: Information and Advice, Transport to medical appointments, Footclinic, Home Visiting, Befriending, Sunday…
3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1139652)
Charity
Concern and Help for East Elmbridge Retired (Cheer)
Providing benefits advice; befriending scheme; social activities.
7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1133482)
Charity
Age Concern Kingston Upon Thames
Practical support to enable older people to live safely and independently in their own homes. Day services; Information and Advice; Community Team; Community Connectors (social prescribing)…
7.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (299988)
Charity
Age UK Sutton
Age UK Sutton offers a comprehensive portfolio of services for people over 50 who reside in the London Borough of Sutton. Services include Home from Hospital, Community Connections - including…
7.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1085875)
Charity
Walton-on-thames stroke club
To benefit stroke survivors and their carers in the Walton-on-Thames and Hersham area.
7.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (296473)
Leatherhead: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+43.3%
Projected change in Mole Valley, 2025 to 2035 (3,601 to 5,162). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+18.4%
Projected change in Mole Valley, 2025 to 2035 (22,172 to 26,252). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
4
Nearest: Boots (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
10
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
98.7%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 76.3% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
10.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.2 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). 8 are in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Leatherhead
- Princess Alice Hospice · 5.3 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2022). CQC page
- St. Raphaels Hospice · 7.4 milesCQC Good (report published April 2020). CQC page
- Rainbow Medical Services Ltd · 11.3 milesCQC Good (report published October 2020). CQC page
Hospitals near Leatherhead
- Care homes near Epsom Hospital · A&E · 3.2 miles
- Care homes near Kingston Hospital · A&E · 8.4 miles
- Care homes near St Helier Hospital · A&E · 8.6 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 Leatherhead a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Leatherhead
Leatherhead suits families seeking a location within easy reach of London and the wider South East, with good everyday amenities and a settled population where nearly one in five residents are aged 65+. The town has enough parks, cafes and social venues to support an active retirement, but prospective residents should factor in above-average care costs and the need to weigh safety concerns carefully against the town's other strengths.
Health & support
- Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are present in the town; St Helier Hospital (a major NHS acute provider) lies within reach via car or local bus services.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 144 offences in the latest reporting period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents among the most common categories — notably higher than many UK retirement destinations.
- Family & connection: Many residents will have relatives in Greater London and the wider South East; consider how easy it would be for family to visit and support you regularly.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home weekly fees in Leatherhead are above the national average, reflecting South East England pricing; families should budget accordingly and explore any available local authority support or funding options.
- Transport: Leatherhead has rail links to London and other nearby towns; local buses serve the town centre and surrounding areas. The town is moderately walkable for everyday services, though some journeys may require a car or public transport.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operate in the area, offering differing levels of residential and nursing care; speak with local providers to understand availability and suitability for your needs.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Nine parks and three allotments provide outdoor space; a choice of 19 restaurants and cafes and 8 pubs and bars support social activity and eating out.
- Community: Local cafes, pubs and parks foster regular social contact; check with any prospective care home about on-site or nearby memory cafes and support groups for residents and families.
- Climate: South East England typically enjoys relatively mild winters and warm summers, though the region can be rainy year-round; prepare for variable weather.
Things to weigh up
- Crime rates above regional norms: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are recorded at higher levels than in quieter retirement areas; visit at different times of day and speak to residents and staff about safety and local support.
- Higher care fees: Weekly costs exceed the national average; ensure your funding plan accounts for South East pricing and explore what is included in fee quotes before committing.
Questions about care homes in Leatherhead
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Leatherhead?
AskBart lists 4 care homes offering respite care in and around Leatherhead, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Leatherhead rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Leatherhead cost?
Published fees range from £1,482 to £1,775 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Leatherhead?
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 "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Leatherhead?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Leatherhead:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- What Is Respite Care? Benefits and How to Arrange It (2026)
- Who Pays for Respite Care? An Expert Guide In 2025
- Day Centres & Adult Day Care Explained
More in our respite care guides.