Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Residential care homes in Billingshurst
1 home
There is 1 residential care home in and around Billingshurst on AskBart. The largest is Derwent Lodge, with 56 beds. The most recent inspection was at Derwent Lodge in April 2023.
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Care homes in Billingshurst (1)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
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Billingshurst in numbers
| Residential care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| West Sussex usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,033 |
| Largest | Derwent Lodge (56 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Derwent Lodge (April 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1 |
| Average house price, Horsham (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £436,940 |
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Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across West Sussex. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. 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
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Horsham
The average house price in Horsham is £436,940, 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
- £436,940
- Detached
- £755,971
- Semi-detached
- £457,337
- Terraced
- £368,181
- Flats & maisonettes
- £215,213
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 Billingshurst
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 53% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
38 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime19
- Anti-social behaviour7
- Public order6
- Shoplifting3
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 Billingshurst
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Billingshurst Community Transport Limited
Provider of voluntary transport scheme for the elderly, frail and disabled
0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1101884)
Charity
Pulborough and District Community Care Association
Services & activities for (mostly older) people living in Pulborough & the surrounding villages, including a weekly lunch club, a befriending and visiting service, a parent/carer social Pop-In and…
5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (292359)
Charity
Turners Hill Day Centre
The Association works under the name of The Circle Club and offers a weekly lunch club for elderly people.
5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1041013)
Charity
Tapestry Day Club
Tapestry Day Club offers high quality, stimulating small group day support for people living with early-stage Dementia while providing valuable respite to their carers. We employ fully vetted and…
5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1209048)
Charity
The Phoenix Stroke Club
Club operating 4 days a week providing activities, exercises, therapy for people in the Horsham area who have suffered a Stroke or neuroligical condition.
7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (278998)
Billingshurst: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+58.7%
Projected change in Horsham, 2025 to 2035 (5,492 to 8,717). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+26%
Projected change in Horsham, 2025 to 2035 (37,143 to 46,815). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Pyramid Pharmacy (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
1
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
98.9%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 78.5% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.4 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 5 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Billingshurst
- St Catherine's Hospice · 12.3 milesCQC Outstanding (report published July 2016). CQC page
- Chestnut Tree House · 12.4 milesCQC Good (report published June 2015). CQC page
- Longacre Care Home Limited · 12.7 milesCQC Good (report published May 2026). CQC page
Hospitals near Billingshurst
- Care homes near Horsham Hospital Minor Injuries Unit · minor injuries unit · 6.7 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 Billingshurst a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Billingshurst
Billingshurst suits older people drawn to a quieter South East location with established over-65 community. The recorded crime figure is very low, and the demographic profile shows it's already home to many retirees. However, choice and cost will depend on what care homes are available locally — research specific homes carefully, as the wider population figure masks the actual retirement-housing options you'll find.
Health & support
- Medical access: GPs and pharmacies operate in the town; check distance to the nearest hospital from any specific home you're considering, as rural South East locations may require travel for emergency or specialist care.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 1 offence (criminal damage/arson), reflecting a very safe community.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family support is — Billingshurst is in South East England, so weigh travel times from where your family lives.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care fees will vary by home. Compare any local quote against the national average for your chosen care type to judge affordability.
- Transport: The town has bus services; check whether nearby rail links to larger cities (such as London) suit your needs for visiting family or maintaining connections.
- Housing options: Care-home provision exists locally. Contact homes directly to understand what placements and room types are available.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: South East England offers parks and countryside walks. Ask local care homes about clubs, activities and community groups they run or connect to.
- Community: Look for memory cafés, social groups and befriending services through care homes and the local council.
- Climate: South East England has a temperate UK climate with mild winters and moderate rainfall — generally easier than more northern regions.
Things to weigh up
- Demographic shift: At 23.3% over-65, Billingshurst has a well-established older population, which can be positive for community; verify that homes aren't oversubscribed or that staffing is robust.
- Rural access: South East care homes may require journeys to hospital or specialist services — confirm with any home you're considering how they manage emergency or complex medical needs.
Questions about care homes in Billingshurst
How many residential care homes are there in Billingshurst?
AskBart lists 1 residential care home in and around Billingshurst, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Billingshurst rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Billingshurst?
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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Billingshurst?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Billingshurst:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.