Fairfield House Residential Care Home is a 36-bed care home in Lyme Regis, Dorset.
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Residential care homes in Charmouth
There is 1 residential care home in and around Charmouth on AskBart. The largest is Fairfield House Residential Care Home, with 36 beds. The most recent inspection was at Fairfield House Residential Care Home in August 2023.
Key facts: Charmouth
| Residential care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 0 of 1 (0%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Dorset usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,156 |
| Largest | Fairfield House Residential Care Home (36 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Fairfield House Residential Care Home (August 2023) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Charmouth
High Retirement CommunityLow Recorded Crime
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.
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 78% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on Dorset data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Dorset data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Dorset data (town-level not yet available)
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Care homes in Charmouth on the map
- Requires improvement
Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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House prices in Dorset
The average house price in Dorset is £325,410, 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
- £325,410
- Detached
- £515,144
- Semi-detached
- £330,336
- Terraced
- £264,807
- Flats & maisonettes
- £167,991
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.
Types of care in Charmouth
Residential care homes
1 in CharmouthDementia care homes
1 in CharmouthFlood riskFlood warning area nearby
Charmouth is near 6 Environment Agency flood warning areas and 2 flood alert areas within 3.1 miles — on the English Channel, River Asker, River Bride, River Brit and 5 more. A flood warning means flooding to property is expected when one is in force.
This reflects river and coastal flood areas the Environment Agency monitors near the town centre; it does not include surface-water (flash) flooding. For a specific property, check the government’s long-term flood-risk service.
Uses Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Is Charmouth a good retirement location?
Charmouth suits those seeking a quieter, seaside retirement away from busy urban centres. The population is significantly older than the national average (30.5% aged 65+ versus 18.6% nationally), indicating it's a settled retirement area. However, choice of care homes appears modest, and eating-out and social venues are sparse — worth checking whether the local pace suits your needs.
Health & support
- Medical access: Details of local GP surgeries and pharmacy services will need to be confirmed with individual care homes; the nearest hospital will be in a larger nearby town.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is very low — 2 offences in 2026-04.
- Family & connection: Consider how far family and friends are from the South West coast; visiting patterns matter for your wellbeing.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in this region are typically below the national average, making it more affordable than many other retirement areas.
- Transport: The area has good regional bus links; rail connections are available to larger South West towns and cities. Day-to-day tasks are walkable in the town centre, though a car can be helpful for wider exploration.
- Housing options: Local care-home provision appears limited in scale — you'll want to visit and compare what's available before deciding.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Two parks nearby offer outdoor space. The coastal setting provides walking opportunities, though organised social clubs and hobby groups will be worth exploring locally.
- Community: Restaurants, cafes and pubs are sparse (1 restaurant/cafe and 1 pub recorded), so much social life may depend on care-home activities or travel to nearby towns.
- Climate: The South West generally enjoys milder winters than the UK average, though coastal areas can be damper and windier.
Things to weigh up
- Limited social venues: The very small number of independent restaurants, cafes and pubs means social life may rely heavily on what your care home offers or nearby towns.
- Modest care-home choice: Provision appears limited, so early visits to homes are essential to ensure a good fit.
Common questions
How many residential care homes are there in Charmouth?
AskBart lists 1 residential care home in and around Charmouth, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Charmouth rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 0 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Charmouth?
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.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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