Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
from £1249/wk
Care homes offering respite care in Farnham
6 homes
There are 6 care homes offering respite care in and around Farnham on AskBart. 83% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,298 a week, while Surrey usually pays £952. The largest is Farnham Mill Nursing Home, with 65 beds.
- care homes
- 6
- 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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Care homes in Farnham (6)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
- Outstanding
- Good
- Requires improvement
Distance from the town centre: 0.7 mi
Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
from £1650/wk
Distance from the town centre: 0.9 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.3 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.4 miCQC Requires improvement
Fees on request
Distance from the town centre: 2.0 miCQC Outstanding
Fees on request
Compare every home in Farnham in one table
| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Manor Nursing Home | Requires improvement · May 2026 | On request | 39 | 9.0 mi | — | 1.4 mi |
| Bourne Wood Manor Care Home | Good | £1,650 | 64 | 8.2 mi | — | 0.7 mi |
| Farnham Mill Nursing Home | Good · Aug 2021 | On request | 65 | 7.0 mi | — | 0.9 mi |
| Grace House Care Home | Good | £995 | 21 | 7.9 mi | — | 1.3 mi |
| Hill Brow | Outstanding · Jul 2019 | On request | 32 | 6.8 mi | — | 2.0 mi |
| Waverley Grange Care Home | Good | £1,249 | 52 | 7.7 mi | — | 0.7 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 6 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 offering respite care listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 6 (83%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,298 |
| Surrey usual weekly rate (2025) | £952 |
| Largest | Farnham Mill Nursing Home (65 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Hill Brow (February 2022) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 5 · Nursing 4 · Dementia 5 · Respite 6 |
| Average house price, Waverley (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £560,596 |
Outstanding1
Good4
Requires improvement1
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 November 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
- 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.
Superfast broadband
99.8%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 81.1% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
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
- Care homes near Frimley Park Hospital · A&E · 7.7 miles
- Care homes near Royal Surrey County Hospital · A&E · 8.5 miles
- Care homes near Haslemere Hospital Urgent Treatment Centre · minor injuries unit · 9.3 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 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 offering respite care are there in Farnham?
AskBart lists 6 care homes offering respite care in and around Farnham, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Farnham rated?
Of the 6 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Farnham cost?
Published fees range from £995 to £1,650 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 Farnham?
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 Farnham?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life 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
- 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.
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