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Nursing homes in Torpoint

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There is 1 nursing home in and around Torpoint on AskBart. The largest is Torpoint Nursing Centre, with 54 beds. The most recent inspection was at Torpoint Nursing Centre in October 2018.

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Torpoint

Care homes in Torpoint (1)

All within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Torpoint in numbers

What Cornwall council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Nursing homes listed1
Rated Good or Outstanding1 of 1 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Cornwall usual weekly rate (2025)£1,123
LargestTorpoint Nursing Centre (54 beds)
Most recently inspectedTorpoint Nursing Centre (October 2018)
Homes by care typeNursing 1 · Dementia 1
Average house price, Cornwall (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£277,801
Good1
Average weekly fees
  • Cornwall average£1,324/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Cornwall. 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: Nursing homes · Dementia care homes

Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Cornwall

The average house price in Cornwall is £277,801, 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
£277,801
Detached
£424,986
Semi-detached
£279,195
Terraced
£229,445
Flats & maisonettes
£146,304

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 Torpoint

  • High Retirement Community
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 91% 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

1 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime1
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 Torpoint

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

Charity

Community Regeneration Outreach Projects Ltd

To promote activities and educational opportunities for local residents and surrounding areas of Plymouth. The centre offers a warm friendly environment where people can relax and enjoy the…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1085090)
Charity

Plymouth Music Zone Limited

PMZ's an award winning charity using music to reach out and transform the lives of some of the most disadvantaged children, young people and vulnerable adults. Music Leaders deliver music…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1100878)

Torpoint: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+62.8%
Projected change in Cornwall, 2025 to 2035 (19,859 to 32,338). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+23%
Projected change in Cornwall, 2025 to 2035 (156,016 to 191,951). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
0
Nearest: Allied Pharmacy Torpoint (4.7 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
0
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
3.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).

Hospices near Torpoint

  • St Luke's Hospice -Turnchapel · 9.4 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2025). CQC page

Hospitals near Torpoint

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

Is Torpoint a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Torpoint

Torpoint suits those seeking a quiet, coastal retirement away from urban bustle and who have family or transport links nearby to access wider services. The 26% over-65 share signals a settled retirement community, but you'll need to weigh the limited local eating and social venues, modest care-home choice, and dependence on travel for many amenities against the appeal of a small-town pace and waterside setting.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town; the nearest hospital is within reach by car or local transport, typical for a South West coastal area.
  • Safety: Recorded crime is very low: 2 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime noted; this is well below typical town levels.
  • Family & connection: Consider how near your family and support network are — in a small town, you'll benefit from close ties and may need to travel for some services.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees are not supplied in the data; contact local providers for current weekly rates and how they compare to the national average.
  • Transport: The town has bus links; rail access is available via nearby centres. A car or paid transport helps, as local amenities are spread out.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision exists but is modest; choice is limited compared to larger retirement destinations.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The waterside setting offers coastal walks and outdoor space; one restaurant or café is recorded locally, so dining out options are minimal.
  • Community: Social groups and community activities are not detailed; you may need to ask local care homes or the council about clubs, memory cafés and support networks.
  • Climate: South West England has a maritime climate — milder winters than much of the UK, but also wetter and windier than inland areas.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited local amenities: Only one eating and social venue is recorded, meaning you'll rely on care-home activities or travel for social outings and dining.
  • Modest care-home choice: Few providers means less flexibility in finding a home that suits your needs or preferences.
  • Distance from larger services: Specialist health, shopping and entertainment require travel by car or organised transport.

Questions about care homes in Torpoint

How many nursing homes are there in Torpoint?

AskBart lists 1 nursing home in and around Torpoint, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are nursing homes in Torpoint 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 nursing homes in Torpoint?

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 "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.

Near Torpoint

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

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.

Header photo: Tony Atkin, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons