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Care homes in Farnham

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There are 20 care homes in and around Farnham on AskBart. 83% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,298 a week, while Surrey usually pays £952. The largest is Pax Hill Nursing Home, with 98 beds.

care homes
20
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
83%
typical residential fee
£1,298/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Surrey council pays
£952/wk

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Farnham

Care homes in Farnham (20)

★ With family reviews

12 in Farnham, 8 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Hill Brow care homeDistance from the town centre: 2.0 mi
CQC Outstanding

32 beds

Woodlands & Hill Brow

DementiaResidentialRespite
Fees on request
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Distance
Anchorstone Nursing HomeGood · Feb 2023On request408.2 mi—0.5 mi
Ashton Manor Nursing HomeRequires improvement · May 2026On request399.0 mi—1.4 mi
Bentley Lodge Care HomeGood · Dec 2025On request5610.7 mi—3.8 mi
Bourne Wood Manor Care HomeGood£1,650648.2 mi—0.7 mi
Dimensions 85 Highfield Avenue—On request65.8 mi—2.2 mi
Farnham Mill Nursing HomeGood · Aug 2021On request657.0 mi—0.9 mi
Grace House Care HomeGood£995217.9 mi—1.3 mi
Hatch MillGood · Jun 2019On request487.4 mi—0.4 mi
Hill BrowOutstanding · Jul 2019On request326.8 mi—2.0 mi
Maple HouseGood · Jan 2018On request775.5 mi—2.3 mi
Orangery Care HomeGood · May 2018On request605.5 mi—2.6 mi
Pax Hill Nursing HomeGood · Dec 2018On request9810.9 mi—4.3 mi
Pax Hill Residential Home EMF UnitGood · Feb 2019On request3910.9 mi—4.3 mi
Remyck HouseRequires improvement · Apr 2023On request295.5 mi—2.3 mi
Ridgway CourtGood · Jun 2026On request168.4 mi—0.8 mi
The Woodlarks Centre—On request237.9 mi—1.4 mi
Ticehurst Care Home With NursingGood · Sept 2019On request846.1 mi—2.5 mi
Tilford Care & Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request508.2 mi—3.9 mi
Waverley Grange Care HomeGood£1,249527.7 mi—0.7 mi
Wey Valley HouseGood · Apr 2020On request267.5 mi—0.3 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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Farnham in numbers

83% of Farnham’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 18 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Farnham costs about £1,298/week, while Surrey’s published usual rate is around £952/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £346/week (about £17,992/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 listed20
Rated Good or Outstanding15 of 18 (83%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,298
Surrey usual weekly rate (2025)£952
LargestPax Hill Nursing Home (98 beds)
Most recently inspectedRemyck House (July 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 9 · Nursing 8 · Dementia 8 · Respite 6
Average house price, Waverley (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£560,596
Outstanding1
Good14
Requires improvement3
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Farnham£1,298/wk
  • Nursing, Farnham£1,450/wk
  • Dementia, Farnham£1,323/wk
  • Waverley average£1,317/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 Waverley. 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 Waverley

The average house price in Waverley is £560,596, 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
£560,596
Detached
£936,984
Semi-detached
£546,333
Terraced
£427,053
Flats & maisonettes
£282,071

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 Farnham

Farnham is a well-established market town in Surrey with a slightly higher-than-average older population, good access to shops and green spaces, and a solid community feel. It sits within easy reach of London and the South East's medical networks, though you'll want to weigh the town's recent crime figures against its genuine local amenities.

  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 49% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk!

Flood warning area nearby — 8 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Canalside Stream.

75 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime23
  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Shoplifting12
  • Public order7
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; flood: Environment Agency.

Community & connection in Farnham

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

Charity

Rushmoor Voluntary Services

Rushmoor voluntary services supports voluntary action. We are here to help increase the skills and capacity of local voluntary and community groups. We provide free information, advice and support…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1059794)
Charity

Normandy Community Therapy Garden

The Therapy Garden works to have a positive and significant impact on the lives of people facing challenges in life. Whether by helping to equip young people who have additional learning needs for…

6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1076055)
Charity

Age UK Surrey

Age UK Surrey has been working closely with older people in the county since 1963. The Charity has developed services to meet the increasing demands of an ageing population, providing a Homehelp…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1036450)
Charity

Milford & Villages Day Centre

We encourage social inclusion by providing activities and services for the elderly every weekday in a purpose built building.

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1059045)
Charity

Age UK Runnymede and Spelthorne

Our activities are listed in our Articles and relate to our Objects. Services we provide include Information & Advice (such as benefit advice), a range of home services (such as bathing, shopping,…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1123510)

Farnham: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+52.1%
Projected change in Waverley, 2025 to 2035 (5,191 to 7,898). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+20%
Projected change in Waverley, 2025 to 2035 (30,342 to 36,397). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Boots (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
11
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
8.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
6–10 out of 10
Where the 18 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 10 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Farnham

  • Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice · 0.7 milesCQC Good (report published October 2016). CQC page
  • The Beacon Centre · 8.4 milesCQC Good (report published March 2022). CQC page
  • Christopher's Children's Hospice · 9.5 milesCQC Outstanding (report published July 2022). CQC page

Hospitals near Farnham

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

Is Farnham a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Farnham

Farnham suits people seeking a traditional English town with decent everyday services, strong community groups, and green space for walks and hobbies. The share of residents aged 65+ is 19.2%, just above the national average, suggesting an established retirement base. It's not a premium destination, and crime has been a concern in recent years, but for those drawn to a walkable Surrey market town with family connections nearby or a preference for mid-range living, it's worth serious consideration.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are available in the town; Farnham is within reasonable reach of larger hospitals in the surrounding South East network for emergency care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime was 75 offences in the April 2026 snapshot, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting being the most common types. This is a consideration when weighing daily safety and community feel.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about whether family support networks or close friendships are nearby—access to regular visits and social connection matters as much in Farnham as anywhere.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in this area sit broadly in line with or slightly below the national average for the South East, making it a moderate choice for those budgeting for residential care. Check specific homes' current rates with providers.
  • Transport: Farnham has regular bus links and rail connections to nearby towns and London; the town centre is reasonably walkable for everyday errands, though a car or good local transport knowledge helps for some journeys.
  • Housing options: The town has a range of care-home provision, giving families and individuals a choice of settings and sizes.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Thirteen parks and six allotments offer genuine opportunity for outdoor interests, walking and gardening. The surrounding Surrey countryside is accessible for day trips.
  • Community: Forty-four restaurants and cafes, plus 18 pubs and bars, support a social dining scene. Look into local memory cafés, church groups and hobby clubs once you've identified a home—community engagement often depends on individual scheme links.
  • Climate: The South East enjoys a relatively mild climate by UK standards, with moderate rainfall and reasonably long daylight hours in summer.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: The 75 recorded offences, particularly violent crime and anti-social behaviour, are higher than some quieter retirement towns. Visit at different times of day to get a genuine feel for your comfort level.
  • Care-home choice: While Farnham has a range of homes, availability and suitability vary. Early discussion with a care advisor and visits to shortlisted providers are essential.

Questions about care homes in Farnham

How many care homes are there in Farnham?

There are 20 care homes listed in and around Farnham 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 Farnham cost?

Care homes in Farnham range from around £995 to around £1,650 per week, with averages of £1,298 for residential, £1,323 for dementia, £1,450 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Farnham is about £1,298 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

15 of the 20 care homes in and around Farnham are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Farnham?

Homes in and around Farnham offer residential (9), dementia (8), nursing (8), respite (6). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Farnham?

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

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

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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.

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