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Care homes in Fairford

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There is 1 care home in and around Fairford on AskBart. The largest is Hyperion House, with 59 beds. The most recent inspection was at Hyperion House in April 2021.

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Care homes in Fairford (1)

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Fairford in numbers

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

Care homes listed1
Rated Good or Outstanding1 of 1 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Gloucestershire usual weekly rate (2025)£923
LargestHyperion House (59 beds)
Most recently inspectedHyperion House (April 2021)
Average house price, Cotswold (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£411,764
Good1
Average weekly fees
  • Gloucestershire average£1,372/wk
  • UK average£1,704/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Gloucestershire. 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.

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

House prices in Cotswold

The average house price in Cotswold is £411,764, 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
£411,764
Detached
£661,465
Semi-detached
£392,417
Terraced
£334,758
Flats & maisonettes
£202,639

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 Fairford

Fairford is a well-established South West England community where over a fifth of residents are already aged 65+, suggesting strong later-life roots. With widespread local amenities, green space and a stable social fabric, it suits those wanting an active retirement within a familiar, settled area.

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 79% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)

Based on Gloucestershire data (town-level not yet available)

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 — 8 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Ampney Brook.

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 Fairford

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

Charity

Highworth Forget Me Not Cafe

We run a monthly memory cafe and weekly drop in session for people living with dementia or other conditions, their families and carers, and anyone who may be feeling socially disadvantaged. We…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1214623)

Is Fairford a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Fairford

Fairford is a mature retirement destination — the 22.1% share of residents aged 65+ sits noticeably above the national average of 18.6%, signalling an established community of older people. The town offers good everyday services and substantial green space, though prospective residents should weigh local care fees against national averages and verify family proximity. It suits those with local ties or a desire for a quiet, well-resourced South West base.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Check GP surgeries and pharmacies are within reach; verify distance to a hospital emergency department when you visit.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the latest reporting period was low — 7 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime and drugs as the most common categories. This is a relatively safe town.
  • Family & connection: Consider how near family or your support network are, and whether you'll feel connected to Fairford's established older community.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Confirm local care-home weekly fees with providers; compare them to the national average to assess affordability for your budget.
  • Transport: Fairford is in the South West; check bus and rail links to nearby cities and how walkable or car-dependent daily life feels.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision is available locally; visit to see the range of homes and settings that suit your needs and preferences.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 44 parks and 7 allotments, plus 107 restaurants and cafes and 51 pubs — good foundations for social life and outdoor interests.
  • Community: With a high proportion of older residents, social groups and memory cafés are likely to be present; ask about local clubs and support networks when you visit.
  • Climate: South West England has a milder, often wetter climate than much of the UK; confirm this suits your health and mobility.

Things to weigh up

  • Mature demographic: The very high share of residents aged 65+ means good peer community, but also check whether services and housing cater to a wide range of ages and independence levels.
  • Recorded crime patterns: Though overall crime is low, violent crime and drugs were the most common offences; verify this aligns with your comfort and safety expectations.

Questions about care homes in Fairford

How many care homes are there in Fairford?

There are 1 care homes listed in and around Fairford on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

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

1 of the 1 care homes in and around Fairford are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

How safe is the Fairford area?

Fairford is graded A for safety & peace on AskBart (based on Gloucestershire) — quieter than 79% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population). This is drawn from police-recorded anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents, compared against similar areas.

Can I get council funding for care in Fairford?

If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Gloucestershire Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.

What other nearby areas have care homes in Gloucestershire?

If you're widening your search beyond Fairford, nearby areas with care homes include Berkeley, Blakeney, Cheltenham, Chipping Campden and Cinderford. You can browse each from the list of nearby locations on this page.

Near Fairford

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.