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Care homes in Portishead

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There are 6 care homes in and around Portishead on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,255 a week, while North Somerset usually pays £748. The largest is Harbour Care Centre, with 108 beds.

care homes
6
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,255/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what North Somerset council pays
£748/wk

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Care homes in Portishead

Care homes in Portishead (6)

★ With family reviews

1 in Portishead, 5 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Distance
Cambrian LodgeGood · Dec 2018On request287.7 mi—1.6 mi
Gorselands Care HomeGood · Sept 2017On request3010.3 mi—2.7 mi
Harbour Care CentreGood · Jan 2023On request1087.2 mi—2.0 mi
Norewood Lodge Care HomeGood£1,255448.7 mi—0.5 mi
Osborne House—On request3210.3 mi—2.8 mi
Worcester LodgeGood · Oct 2019On request3910.4 mi—2.7 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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Portishead in numbers

100% of Portishead’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 5 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Portishead costs about £1,255/week, while North Somerset’s published usual rate is around £748/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £507/week (about £26,364/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 North Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed6
Rated Good or Outstanding5 of 5 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,255
North Somerset usual weekly rate (2025)£748
LargestHarbour Care Centre (108 beds)
Most recently inspectedHarbour Care Centre (January 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2 · Respite 2
Average house price, North Somerset (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£314,628
Good5
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Portishead£1,255/wk
  • Nursing, Portishead£1,255/wk
  • North Somerset average£1,160/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • North Somerset usual rate£748/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across North Somerset. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: North Somerset'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 · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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

House prices in North Somerset

The average house price in North Somerset is £314,628, 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
£314,628
Detached
£539,385
Semi-detached
£342,718
Terraced
£272,488
Flats & maisonettes
£170,087

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 Portishead

Portishead is a growing retirement area in South West England where one in four residents is 65 or over — well above the national average. The town offers access to care homes, local green space and community support, though you'll want to weigh crime levels and transport links carefully.

  • 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 73% 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

51 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime20
  • Shoplifting14
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Other theft2
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.

Community & connection in Portishead

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

Charity

Rock Community Project

A Community centre based around social activities with specific reference to the elderly and disabled of all ages including lunch club, indoor bowls, tea dance, gentle exercise etc

6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1056688)
Charity

Congresbury Community Transport

Provide relief and help to the people of Congresbury village and surrounding area, especially those who have need because of age, mental or physical disability, poverty or social isolation by…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1144237)

Portishead: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+56.3%
Projected change in North Somerset, 2025 to 2035 (8,106 to 12,666). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+16.1%
Projected change in North Somerset, 2025 to 2035 (54,900 to 63,726). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: West Hill Pharmacy (0.9 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
7
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.2 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
6–10 out of 10
Where the 8 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 3 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Portishead

  • Charlton Farm · 3.2 milesCQC page
  • St Peter's Hospice · 8.6 milesCQC page
  • Weston Hospicecare · 13.2 milesCQC Good (report published February 2017). CQC page

Hospitals near Portishead

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

Is Portishead a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Portishead

Portishead suits people seeking a quieter South West base with established older-adult provision and reasonable green space. The over-65 population of 25.4% — notably higher than the national average of 18.6% — suggests settled retirement infrastructure. However, it's not a major centre, so you'll need to check whether local care options and family proximity match your needs.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgery locations and distances with local NHS lists; nearest hospital and minor-injury services should be checked by location within the town.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in April 2026 was 51 offences, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour most common — moderately higher than some quieter retirement areas, so worth considering your comfort level.
  • Family & connection: Weigh whether family or close friends are within visiting distance; South West location means travel to northern England or Scotland takes time.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: You'll need to compare specific care-home fees in Portishead against the national average — this will vary by home and level of support.
  • Transport: The town has limited eating and social venues (1 restaurant/café listed), so transport links to nearby cities matter if you want regular outings; check bus and rail options.
  • Housing options: The local care sector includes care-home provision; visit homes directly to assess choice and availability.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Eight parks and two allotments offer outdoor space; take time to visit and walk the town to see whether the pace and setting suit you.
  • Community: Three pubs and local community groups provide social anchors; ask prospective care homes about clubs, memory cafés and visitor activities.
  • Climate: South West England has a mild, maritime climate with more rainfall than the Midlands; expect damp winters.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Recorded offences are moderately elevated for a retirement area; make your own assessment during visits.
  • Limited social venues: Fewer restaurants and cafés than larger towns may limit social outings without transport; check your mobility and family support for getting around.

Questions about care homes in Portishead

How many care homes are there in Portishead?

There are 6 care homes listed in and around Portishead 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 Portishead cost?

Care homes in Portishead range from around £1,255 per week, with averages of £1,255 for residential, £1,255 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Portishead is about £1,255 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

5 of the 6 care homes in and around Portishead 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 Portishead?

Homes in and around Portishead offer residential (3), dementia (2), respite (2), nursing (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Portishead?

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

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

Guides for families

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