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Care homes in Gillingham

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There are 3 care homes in and around Gillingham on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,195 a week, while Dorset usually pays £1,156. The largest is Fern Brook Lodge Care Home, with 75 beds.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,195/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Dorset council pays
£1,156/wk

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Gillingham

Care homes in Gillingham (3)

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All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Distance
Fern Brook Lodge Care HomeGood£1,1957517.4 mi—0.9 mi
The Malthouse Care HomeGood · Oct 2022On request3417.3 mi—0.4 mi
The Mellowes Care HomeGood · May 2022On request4516.2 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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Gillingham in numbers

The average residential care home in Gillingham costs about £1,195/week, while Dorset’s published usual rate is around £1,156/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £39/week (about £2,028/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 Dorset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding3 of 3 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,195
Dorset usual weekly rate (2025)£1,156
LargestFern Brook Lodge Care Home (75 beds)
Most recently inspectedThe Malthouse Care Home (September 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Dementia 1 · Respite 1
Average house price, Medway (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£296,182
Good3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Gillingham£1,195/wk
  • Dementia, Gillingham£1,195/wk
  • Dorset average£1,292/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Dorset usual rate£1,156/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Dorset. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Dorset's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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

House prices in Medway

The average house price in Medway is £296,182, 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
£296,182
Detached
£531,901
Semi-detached
£351,457
Terraced
£273,509
Flats & maisonettes
£167,976

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 Gillingham

Gillingham is a well-established retirement area in South West England with nearly a third of its population aged 65 and over. It offers solid everyday services, green space and social options, though care-home choice here is limited to a single listed home.

  • High Retirement Community
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.
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 4% 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

Flood risk!

Flood warning area nearby — 3 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the River Medway.

746 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime261
  • Anti-social behaviour148
  • Criminal damage & arson71
  • Shoplifting55
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 Gillingham

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

Charity

Mere and District Day Centre

The Mere and District Day Centre is an independent charity which provides a safe and caring place for older people to meet on Mondays and Fridays throughout the year. They enjoy a range of…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1207117)
Charity

Age Concern Sturminster Newton and North Dorset

Derived from a charity founded in 1938, Age Concern Sturminster Newton and North Dorset has operated since 1991, becoming a CIO (1162034) in June 2015.It aims to promote the well-being of all…

7.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1162034)

Gillingham: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+47.3%
Projected change in Medway, 2025 to 2035 (5,768 to 8,494). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+15.1%
Projected change in Medway, 2025 to 2035 (48,785 to 56,144). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Gillingham Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
2
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
5.7 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
4–9 out of 10
Where the 6 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospitals near Gillingham

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

Is Gillingham a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Gillingham

Gillingham suits those seeking a mature, retirement-focused community with good access to shops, parks and cafes, and who are flexible about care-home selection. The town has a significantly higher-than-average share of older residents (30.5% vs 18.6% nationally), which signals well-developed local support networks and an established later-life culture. However, the single listed care home means choice is minimal; families should confirm availability early and explore neighbouring areas if alternative options matter.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; verify distance to your nearest practice and confirm it is accepting new patients, as capacity can be tight in areas with high older-adult populations.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 746 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage among the most common. This is a consideration when weighing overall security and peace of mind.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about how close family and your existing support networks are, and whether Gillingham's established retirement community will help you maintain friendships and social ties.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in Gillingham sit broadly in line with the national average; verify the exact figure for the listed home, as individual home rates vary.
  • Transport: Gillingham benefits from reasonable road links and local bus services; check specific routes to nearby cities and shops that matter to you, and whether you will need a car or can rely on public transport and walking.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision here is limited to one listed home. Consider whether that matches your needs, and explore homes in neighbouring areas as a backup.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 20 parks and 8 allotments, offering good scope for outdoor activity. There are 84 restaurants and cafes and 25 pubs and bars, reflecting a lively social scene.
  • Community: A retirement-focused area of this size typically supports memory cafes, hobby groups and social clubs; ask local care services and the town council for a current directory.
  • Climate: As a South West England location, Gillingham experiences a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and moderate rainfall—typical for the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only one care home is listed here, so your options are restricted; early planning and backup research in nearby areas are essential.
  • Crime patterns: Recorded crime includes a notable share of violent crime and anti-social behaviour; review local police data and speak to residents about safety in the specific neighbourhood you are considering.

Questions about care homes in Gillingham

How many care homes are there in Gillingham?

There are 3 care homes listed in and around Gillingham 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 Gillingham cost?

Care homes in Gillingham range from around £1,195 per week, with averages of £1,195 for residential, £1,195 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Gillingham is about £1,195 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

3 of the 3 care homes in and around Gillingham are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Gillingham?

Homes in and around Gillingham offer dementia (1), residential (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Gillingham?

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

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

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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.

Header photo: Chris Downer, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons