Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miCQC Outstanding
Fees on request
Care homes in Thornbury
5 homes
There are 5 care homes in and around Thornbury on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,340 a week, while South Gloucestershire usually pays £1,326. The largest is Tudor House, with 66 beds.
- care homes
- 5
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 100%
- typical residential fee
- £1,340/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what South Gloucestershire council pays
- £1,326/wk
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Care homes in Thornbury (5)
1 in Thornbury, 4 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Outstanding
- Good
- Not rated
Top-rated in Thornbury
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miNo photos yet
Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.0 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 2.3 miCQC Good
Fees on request
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Way Residential Care Home | Good · Oct 2018 | On request | 43 | 8.9 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| Beech House Care Home | Outstanding · Dec 2019 | On request | 55 | 8.6 mi | — | 0.3 mi |
| Grace Care Centre Care Home | Good | £1,340 | 51 | 8.1 mi | — | 0.7 mi |
| Tudor House | — | On request | 66 | 8.5 mi | — | 1.0 mi |
| Windmill House | Good · Dec 2019 | On request | 55 | 6.3 mi | — | 2.3 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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Thornbury in numbers
The average residential care home in Thornbury costs about £1,340/week, while South Gloucestershire’s published usual rate is around £1,326/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £14/week (about £728/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 South Gloucestershire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 4 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,340 |
| South Gloucestershire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,326 |
| Largest | Tudor House (66 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Alexandra Way Residential Care Home (April 2021) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Dementia 2 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, South Gloucestershire (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £340,300 |
Outstanding1
Good3
Not yet rated1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across South Gloucestershire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: South Gloucestershire's usual cost of residential care (2025). 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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register, updated October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in South Gloucestershire
The average house price in South Gloucestershire is £340,300, 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
- £340,300
- Detached
- £560,532
- Semi-detached
- £374,905
- Terraced
- £296,347
- Flats & maisonettes
- £178,243
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 Thornbury
Thornbury is a quiet South West England town with a notably older population — 22.1% are aged 65+ against a national average of 18.6% — suggesting a well-established retirement community. Care home provision is available, though you'll want to weigh the local amenities and crime picture carefully before deciding it's right for you.
- Green Surroundings
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 69% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
68 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime38
- Anti-social behaviour10
- Criminal damage & arson5
- Shoplifting4
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 September 2026.
Community & connection in Thornbury
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Age UK South Gloucestershire Ltd
Information and Advice (including specialist benefits advice and advice for people affected by dementia), Befriending, Day Care Services and a variety of volunteering opportunities.
0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1109999)
Charity
Four Towns and Vale Link Community Transport
Provision of community transport services for those who cannot access normal buses or are unable to access educational establishments due to rural isolation. Accessible vehicles providing…
5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1084874)
Charity
Patchway Community Association
Patchway Community Centre provides a safe and welcoming place for the local and surrounding communities to meet, we have over 25 regular groups consisting of Martial Arts, Luncheon clubs for the…
5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (301597)
Charity
The Palmer Centre
The Palmer Centre provides a Dementia Friendly Cafe service that is open to all from 8.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, every week, well-being and other recreational activities for older…
6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1183959)
Charity
Yate Men's Shed
Yate Men's Shed provides a community space for men to connect, converse and create. We hold two practical sessions at Yate Parish Hall two afternoons a week. Offering extensive workshop facilities…
7.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1184340)
Thornbury: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+48.9%
Projected change in South Gloucestershire, 2025 to 2035 (8,536 to 12,713). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+19.1%
Projected change in South Gloucestershire, 2025 to 2035 (58,107 to 69,206). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Thornbury 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)
9.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–10 out of 10
Where the 12 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 5 are in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Thornbury
- St Peter's Hospice · 8 milesCQC page
- Charlton Farm · 13.5 milesCQC page
- Great Oaks Hospice · 13.8 milesCQC page
Hospitals near Thornbury
- Care homes near Southmead Hospital · A&E · 8.4 miles
- Care homes near Vale Community Hospital · urgent care · 9.2 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Thornbury a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Thornbury
Thornbury suits those seeking a settled, older-friendly neighbourhood in the South West, with a higher-than-average share of retirees already living here. The town is compact and walkable, though amenities are limited — just one supermarket and one park. It's not for everyone: crime levels are a consideration, and you'll need to check individual care home fees and quality carefully, as this guide covers the town only, not specific homes.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgery locations and distance to the nearest hospital with local providers; the town's size means some specialist care may require travel.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the most recent month (April 2026) stood at 11 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public order issues the most common types — higher than many UK towns.
- Family & connection: Consider how far your family and support network are from Thornbury, and whether visiting and regular contact will be realistic.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees vary by home and level of need; you'll need to request quotes from local providers to compare against the national average.
- Transport: Check local bus services and whether rail links to nearby cities are available; with only one supermarket, walkability and access to transport matter.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operates in the area; speak to local providers about availability, size and the mix of residential and nursing care.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: One park is available locally; you'll depend on it for outdoor time, so visiting it first is worthwhile. The town has 11 restaurants and cafes plus 3 pubs, offering some social eating options.
- Community: Look into what social groups, memory cafés and activity programmes local care homes and the community offer — these vary widely by provider.
- Climate: South West England experiences mild, wet winters and warm summers; damp weather is common.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: The recorded crime figure for April 2026 (11 offences, led by violent crime and anti-social behaviour) is worth discussing with care home staff and local residents before committing.
- Limited everyday amenities: One supermarket and one park mean you'll rely on care home services or transport for shopping and leisure — check what the homes arrange.
- Older population share: The 22.1% aged 65+ is notably higher than the national average, which is positive for peer community, but also means services may be geared to older residents — check that matches your needs.
Questions about care homes in Thornbury
How many care homes are there in Thornbury?
There are 5 care homes listed in and around Thornbury 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 Thornbury cost?
Care homes in Thornbury range from around £1,340 per week, with averages of £1,340 for residential, £1,340 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Thornbury compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Thornbury is about £1,340 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Thornbury are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
4 of the 5 care homes in and around Thornbury are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Thornbury?
Homes in and around Thornbury offer residential (3), dementia (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
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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.